| Artikelnummer:: | L4820 |
The Sukhoi Su-35 is a Russian twin-engine interceptor fighter, which was flown on 19 February 2008. Serial production continues to the present (2013). The Su-35 is a very far-reaching modification of the Su-27, with changes to the wings, tailplanes, air intakes, engines and avionics. In fact, the Su-35 is a completely new aircraft, with much greater combat capabilities. The propulsion is provided by two Lulk Al-37F Saturn engines with thrust vectoring. The service life of the airframe has also been considerably increased, extending its service life to 6000h. The main avionics element is the N035 Irbis-E radar. Its range is up to 400km and it can simultaneously fly 10 flying machines. The Su-35 is described by its manufacturer as a generation 4++ aircraft, second only to the American F-22 in performance. It is offered to international markets, including China and Brazil. Technical data: length: 21.9m, wingspan: 15.3m, height: 5.9m, top speed: 2390km/h, climb speed: 300m/s, practical ceiling: 18000m, maximum range: 4500km, armament: fixed - 1 GSh-30 cal.30mm cannon, suspended - up to 8000kg load.
