Sukhoi Su-27
Type: fighter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Russia
Manufacturer: Sukhoi
Overview
Russian air superiority fighter procured by Eritrea during Ethiopia-Eritrea War (1998-2000). Features exceptional maneuverability, R-27/R-73 missiles, multirole capability. Combat experience in border war demonstrating capability. Current operational status limited by maintenance challenges but remains operational. Represents Eritrean military investment despite economic constraints.
Technical Specifications
| Crew | 1 |
|---|---|
| Length | 21.94 m |
| Engines | 2× Saturn AL-31F (122.6 kN each with afterburner) |
| Armament | 1× 30mm GSh-30-1 cannon; 10 hardpoints for R-27, R-73, R-77 missiles; bombs and rockets |
| Avionics | N001 Myech pulse-Doppler radar, OEPS-27 IRST, helmet-mounted sight |
| Wingspan | 14.70 m |
| Max Speed | Mach 2.35 (2,500 km/h) |
| Combat Radius | 1,340 km |
| Service Ceiling | 18,500 m |
Operators
- Eritrea
- Russia
- China
- Ethiopia
- Vietnam
- Kazakhstan
- Belarus
- Ukraine
- Uzbekistan
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