✈️ Aircraft Specifications
| Designation | Su-57 |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| Country of Origin | Russia/Soviet Union |
| First Flight | 2010 |
| Length | 20.1 m (65.9 ft) |
| Max Speed (Mach) | 2.0 |
| Max Speed (km/h) | 2,120 km/h |
| Service Ceiling | 20,000 m (65,620 ft) |
| Range | 3,500 km (2,174 mi) |
| Engine | 2× Saturn AL-41F1 (AL-51F1 planned) |
| Crew | 1 |
| Status | Active |
Overview
The Su-57 Felon is Russia’s fifth-generation stealth fighter, designed to compete with the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II. It combines stealth characteristics, supermaneuverability, supercruise capability, and advanced avionics in a large, twin-engine airframe.
Design & Development
The Su-57 features all-moving vertical and horizontal tail surfaces, 3D thrust vectoring, an internal weapons bay, and a distributed sensor network including L-band radar arrays in the wing leading edges. Its planned AL-51F1 engines will enable true supercruise capability.
Operational History
Development has been slower than planned, with limited production. The aircraft saw its first combat deployment in Syria in 2018 for operational testing. Russia plans to acquire 76 Su-57s, though production rates remain modest.
Armament
- 1× GSh-30-1 30mm cannon
- Internal bays (stealth):
- R-77M BVR missiles
- R-74M2 short-range IR
- Kh-59MK2 cruise missiles
- External pylons (non-stealth):
- Up to 10,000 kg ordnance
- Kh-35UE anti-ship
- KAB-500 guided bombs
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Frequently Asked Questions
How fast is the Su-57?
The Su-57 reaches Mach 2.0 (1,320 mph) and can supercruise at Mach 1.3+.
How does the Su-57 compare to the F-22?
The Su-57 has larger weapons bays and longer range, but most analysts consider its stealth inferior to the F-22.
How many Su-57s have been built?
Fewer than 30 as of 2024, including prototypes. Production has been very slow.
Is the Su-57 in service?
Yes, since 2020, but in very limited numbers. It has seen limited use in the Ukraine conflict.