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Old 07-08-2007, 18:39 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by gunnut View Post
Isn't the B-1B, the actual operational version of the B-1 family, a high subsonic bomber?

Also that was the Tu-26 Backfire you're thinking of.

How about the Mirage IV? It's not quite a true bomber, but it's not a multi-role or fighter-bomber/interdictor either.
The Mirage IV was the French supersonic nuclear bomber, now retired. It was an effective machine for its day.
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