Sukhoi Su-27 (Flanker)



Role Air superiority fighter
National origin Soviet Union
Russia
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 20 May 1977
Status In service
Primary users Russian Air Force
People's Liberation Army Air Force
Ukrainian Air Force
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Produced 1982–current
Number built 809
Unit cost US$30 million

General characteristics
Performance
Armament
  • 1 × 30 mm GSh-30-1 cannon with 150 rounds
  • 8,000 kg (17,600 lb) on 10 external pylons
  • Up to 6 × medium-range AA missiles R-27, 2 × short-range heat-seeking AA missiles R-73