Kuznetsov NK-12MPM
Kuznetsov NK-12MPM modernized turboprop model under the NK-12 family for the Tu-95MSM strategic missile carrier. Rostec distinguishes the MPM derivative from NK-12MP through a modernized powerplant, more powerful contra-rotating propellers, reduced vibration, and state testing; lifecycle remains unknown.
Identity
- Aliases
- NK-12MPMKuznetsov NK-12MPMNK-12 MP-M
- Domains
- aviation
- Identity Level
- model
- Kind
- turboprop
- Name
- Kuznetsov NK-12MPM
- Status
- unknown
Details
- Description
- Kuznetsov NK-12MPM modernized turboprop model under the NK-12 family for the Tu-95MSM strategic missile carrier. Rostec distinguishes the MPM derivative from NK-12MP through a modernized powerplant, more powerful contra-rotating propellers, reduced vibration, and state testing; lifecycle remains unknown.
- Family
- Lineage
- Note
- Rostec identifies NK-12MPM as a modernized NK-12MP derivative within the NK-12 family, with more powerful contra-rotating propellers and reduced vibration; this edge records the supported model evolution while preserving unknown lifecycle status.
- Related Propulsion System
- Relationship
- direct-derivative-of
- Sources
- Nested value
Links
Assets & Meta
- Creation Time
- August 14, 2026 at 13:36:04 UTC
- Updated Time
- August 15, 2026 at 02:06:44 UTC
Other
- Sources
- Accessed Date
- 2026-08-14
- Note
- Rostec identifies NK-12MPM as a modernized NK-12MP derivative for the Tu-95MS, with more powerful propellers, reduced vibration, and state testing; this establishes a distinct model boundary without asserting current production status.
- Publisher
- Rostec / United Engine Corporation
- Title
- Rostec Creates Engine for New Generation of Tu-95MS Missile Carriers
- Accessed Date
- 2026-08-14
- Note
- UAC describes the Tu-95MS family as using Kuznetsov NK-12 turboprops with opposed multi-blade propellers, providing the canonical vehicle and family installation context.
- Publisher
- United Aircraft Corporation
- Title
- Tu-95MS