Sukhoi Su-33 Flanker-D
Sukhoi Su-33 Flanker-D
(For Su-27 info click HERE)
Role: Single-seat ship-based air defence fighter.
DESIGN FEATURES: Airframe generally similar to Su-35, but with folding
wings, arrester hook and other features for
carrier-borne operations; strengthened landing gear
with twin nosewheels; long tailcone of land-based
versions shortened to prevent tailscrapes during
take-off and landing on ship; IRST with wider angle of
view.
STRUCTURE:
Generally as Su-27, but hydraulically folding outer
wings (through 135 degrees) and upward folding
horizontal tail surfaces. Riveted and welded structure
of aluminium and titanium alloys and steel.
LANDING GEAR:
Generally as Su-27, but mainwheel tyres size 1030 x 350
mm, twin nosewheel tyres size 620 x 180; nosewheels
steerable through +/-60 degrees. Arrester hook under
tailcone.
POWER PLANT:
As Su-27, but with retractable flight refuelling probe
beneath windscreen on port side; provision for
centreline buddy refuelling pack.
ACCOMMODATION:
As Su-27.
AVIONICS:
Include nav systems specialised for use over sea.
ARMAMENT:
Basically as Su-27, plus ability to carry Kh-31 (AS-17
'Krypton') air-to-surface missiles underwing and 4500
kg (9920 lb) Kh-41 (3M80 Moskit: mosquito) anti-ship
missile on centreline.
Aircraft Measures:
Length: 21.185 m (69 ft 6 in)
Height: 5.90 m (19 ft 4{1/4} in)
Wingspan: 14.70 m (48 ft 2{3/4} in)
Aircraft Performance:
Maximum Speed: Mach 2.165
Range: 1,620 nautical miles
Thrust: 55,114 lbs