Though one of the lesser known Soviet design bureaus, Myasishchev was responsible for producing USSR's first turbojet-powered strategic bomber, the M-4 Molot (hammer),known as the Bison in the West.
The project began in the early 1950s. Despite numerous improvements in engines and avionics, the Bison failed to emerge as a superior bomber and was eventually relegated to second-hand combat duties.
Production ceased in 1963 after a total of 93 had been built.
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The project began in the early 1950s. Despite numerous improvements in engines and avionics, the Bison failed to emerge as a superior bomber and was eventually relegated to second-hand combat duties.
Production ceased in 1963 after a total of 93 had been built.