How this Soviet Jet scared the West ? - Foxbat

How this Soviet Jet haunted the West ? - The MiG 25 Foxbat

How this Soviet Jet haunted the West ? - The MiG 25 Foxbat
The Mig-25, a Soviet interceptor aircraft developed in response to the American B-70 bomber, became a symbol of Soviet technological prowess during the Cold War. Its exceptional speed and altitude capabilities made it a terrifying presence in the skies. The Mig-25's development shocked Western defense establishments, leading to speculation and analysis by experts. The Soviet Union showcased the aircraft at an airshow in 1967, further fueling public suspense and raising concerns among Western nations. However, the true capabilities of the Mig-25 were revealed when a Russian pilot defected in 1976, and American officials had the opportunity to thoroughly inspect the aircraft. They discovered that the Mig-25 was not as agile or formidable as believed. Its large wings were primarily designed for stability, and its avionics were powered by vacuum tubes. The engines were limited to a top speed of Mach 2.8. The revelation caused a shift in perceptions, with the US technology surpassing the Mig-25's capabilities. The Soviet Union upgraded the aircraft, but its focus shifted to developing the Mig-31 interceptor. The Mig-25 remains the fastest fighter jet ever produced, setting numerous world records for speed and altitude.

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[killaxmatt]

These videos are always so well put together

[Pete]

Love how the media jumped all over the Foxbat as being "useless". It was never meant to be a fighter, but it was more than capable of doing what it was built for, intercepting and shooting down bombers.

[goatfather]

Like how they had every nation worrying about nothing.

[ilfqnsj]

МИГ-31 + "Кинжал" это ренессанс.

[ADMG]

Nice work!.Btw what's the name of the soundtrack?

[Sankara]

HUge imposing one. But as it was a counter pitch for XB and BB the Soviets had only one thing in mind. It was just an intercepted --a pilot on a rocket-that is it.
But to counter this the US went in an over kill which ended in the F 15, which to date remain one of the best fighters n the world

[Escorter]

Can you do us navy frigate vs Russian navy frigat