MilitarySu-27SM3 Flanker
Fighter Jetconfirmed
The Su-27SM3 is a deeply modernized variant of the Su-27 Flanker, featuring improved avionics, a new weapon control system, and enhanced air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities. It incorporates a reinforced airframe, AL-31F-M1 engines, and expanded weapon options, including R-77 missiles and precision-guided munitions.
Specifications
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| Introduced | 2011 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 2,500 km/h |
| Range | 1,500 km |
| Crew | 1 |
| Weight | 30 t |
History
Developed in Russia and introduced in 2011, it represents a significant modernization of the original Su-27 design.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | 24 | confirmed |
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