Sukhoi Su-33 Flanker-D | ||
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Description | ||
Role | Carrier based Air superiority fighter | |
Crew | 1 | |
Passengers | 1 | |
First flight | 22nd december 1987 | |
Entered service | 1994 | |
Manufacturer | Sukhoi | |
Produced | 24 | |
Dimensions | ||
Length | 21,19 m | |
Wingspan |
14,70 m |
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Height | 5.93 m | |
Wing area | 62,04 m² | |
Weights | ||
Empty | 18.400 kg | |
Loaded | 29.940 kg | |
Maximum takeoff | 33.000 kg | |
Powerplant | ||
Engine | ||
Power (each) | 2x 122,58 kN | |
Performance | ||
Maximum speed | 2095 km/h | Mach 2.0 |
Cruising speed | ||
Range | 3000 km | |
Ceiling | 17.000 m | |
Rate of climb | 230 m/s |
The Sukhoi Su-33 Flanker-D is a carrier-based air-superiority fighter designed for the Russian Navy. It has a supermaneuverable airframe and canards to give it an excellent turning rate and dogfight capability.