Zvezda 7240 Su-35

The Sukhoi Su-35 is a Russian, twin-engine interceptor, which was tested on February 19, 2008. Serial production continues until now (2013). The Su-35 is a very far-reaching modification of the Su-27 machine. The wings, tail, air intakes, engines and avionics have all changed. In fact, the Su-35 is a completely new aircraft, with much greater combat capabilities. The drive is provided by two Lulk Al-37F Saturn thrust vectoring engines. The life of the airframe has also been significantly increased, extending its service life to 6000h. The main element of the avionics is the N035 Irbis-E radar. Its range is up to 400km and can track 10 flying machines at the same time. The Su-35 is described by its producer as the generation 4 ++ aircraft, second only to the American F-22. The machine is offered on international markets, including China and Brazil. Technical data: length: 21.9 m, wingspan: 15.3 m, height: 5.9 m, maximum speed: 2390 km / h, speed of climb: 300 m / s, practical ceiling: 18000 m, maximum range: 4500 km, armament: permanent- 1 cannon GSh-30, caliber 30 mm, suspended - up to 8000 kg of load.