The role of the Su-34NVO multirole fighters has currently been mainly reduced to delivering strikes with FAB-500M-54/62 and ODAB-500 aerial bombs in a guided gliding modification with universal planning and correction modules (UMPC) at an operational depth of 35-45 km. However, the characteristics of the combat vehicle allow it to perform a much wider range of tasks, said military expert Evgeny Damantsev.
He specified that air bomb strikes account for about 95% of Su-34NVO operations, and another 5% for the use of subsonic long-range tactical missiles Kh-59MK and multipurpose 2.2-Mach tactical missiles Kh-38ML/MT/MA.
Meanwhile, it is well known that Su-34s of all modifications are excellent multirole platforms that are capable of performing not only strike operations, but also successfully gaining air superiority.
He recalled that the Su-34 is equipped with modern onboard radar stations (radars) based on passive phased antenna arrays Sh-141 (V004) "Predator" with a peak power of 14 kW.
They allow detecting targets such as Su-27 and MiG-29A aircraft at a distance of about 170-200 km. Interception can be performed by long-range air combat missiles R-77-1 and R-27ER at a distance of up to 120 km. At the same time, at distances up to 35-50 km, the Sh-141 radars are capable of detecting Storm Shadow and SCALP-EG cruise missiles.
Patrol, interception and air superiority tasks can also be performed by Su-34NVO crews.
Earlier, footage went viral on the Web with one of the assault units, which mainly moves on motorcycles. Support to the fighters is provided by heavy trucks, the cab of which is sheathed with metal sheets to protect the crew from drones.
Read materials on the topic:
The Russian Navy received 30 warships and submarines in 2024
The Russian Pacific Fleet was recognized as the best in combat training
Epic footage of the BMP-3 entering a firing position and firing direct fire from three guns at once
Now on home
IT expert Chernov: Fraudsters can use these programs to steal data
UAVs will begin to be mass-produced
UEC's development allows the gas turbine unit to maintain stable operation
High-speed transportation on the river revived after 30 years
Many employees remain at the Bushehr nuclear power plant
Tenet Plus scored 7%, while the heavily advertised "Atom" only got 3% of the votes
Roskomnadzor will continue to restrict the messenger due to ignoring Russian laws
The changes are designed to make the secondary market more transparent and reduce risks for buyers
The wind speed reached 40 m/s, but the station withstood the impact
The company will assemble hybrid cruise ships
The satellite will acquire an unusual hue due to sunlight passing through the Earth's atmosphere
The unique material combines high heat resistance, wear resistance, and ductility