A training version of the first Soviet jet bomber.
The training version of the Il-28 was developed in parallel with the combat variant. It was intended for converting pilots to this aircraft type. The Il-28U was unarmed, and the instructor’s cockpit replaced the navigator/bombardier’s cabin. In the NATO code, it was designated Mascot.
Poland purchased 16 Il-28U aircraft, which received the designation SIl-28. The museum specimen, No. 692-16, served in naval aviation and was stationed at Siemirowice. It was transferred to the Museum in 1979.
| Wingspan | 21,45 m |
| Length | 17,65 m |
| Takeoff weight | 19500 kg |
| Maximum speed | 876 km/h |
| Ceiling | 12300 m |
| Range | 3150 km |
| Armament | – |
| Engine | two VK-1A turbojet engines with 2700 kG of thrust each |
