Su-25

Fighter Jetconfirmed

Su-25

The Su-25 'Frogfoot' is a robust, single-seat, twin-engine jet aircraft developed in the Soviet Union for close air support. It is heavily armored and designed to operate from rough airfields, providing direct support to ground troops.

Specifications

TypeFighter Jet
OriginSoviet Union
ManufacturerSukhoi
Introduced1981
StatusIn service
Speed975 km/h
Range750 km
Crew1
Weight19.5 t

History

Developed by Sukhoi, the Su-25 entered service in 1981 and has been widely used in numerous conflicts, earning a reputation for ruggedness and effectiveness in ground attack roles.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Iran5confirmed
Ukraine20confirmed

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