The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 (General Aviation) (Hardcover)

by Bill Gunston (Author)

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Product Description
With over 500,000 words of text and perfromance data; 568 accurate and detailed drawings, some of which show many versions of a single type; more than 750 photographs sourced from Russian archives, many of which have never before been published; information on many unbuilt projects; extensive coverage of pre-1917 Russian aircraft and full discussion of Ekranoplans; this really is the undisputed primary source for information on Russian aircraft.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 560 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing; 2nd edition (September 11, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1855324059
• ISBN-13: 978-1855324053
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,950,355 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE comprehensive reference on Russian aviation, August 7, 1997

By A Customer

Bill Gunston has gone to extreme lengths to write a book detailing the complete history of Russian aviation from well before the revolution to modern day. Broken down by design bureau, he details the history and specifications of every design made. Even prototype and un-built designs are covered. It provides a reference on aircraft which are almost impossible to find information on, from the 'KT' flying tank idea to some of the wildest jet amphibians. Well illustrated with detailed photos (many of which were previously unpublished) and three-way drawings, the book also includes annexes describing Russian engines, avionics, and their aircraft designation methods. Gunston makes use of recently released information to detail planes that were previously unknown in the West and enhance details on others. He also includes a special pre-revolution section detailing Imperial Russian aviation. This is a must-have for any Russian aviation enthusiast or anyone interested in aviation history in general.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must Have" for aviation fans, December 9, 1998

By	Carlos Augusto Narvaez (Cali, Colombia) - See all my reviews

This book is amazing. It covers even the rarest soviet flyng concepts (such as the Ekranoplans). With tons of drawings and pictures, plus detailed data about the aircraft, Mr. Gunston has provided to us, aviation fans with a great book, showing us the golden era of the soviet aviation. All the prototypes and proposed designs are included.