"Don't underestimate the Russians": National Interest names the main "enemy" of the Su-75 "Checkmate"

Military expert Weichert: If Russia solves the financial issue, the Su-75 will affect the global fighter market

Russia's ambitions to develop a competitive fifth-generation Su-75 Checkmate fighter have been hampered by a lack of funds. Financial problems may become the"biggest enemy" of the project, writes military analyst Brandon J. Weichert of The National Interest.

Russia has urgent military needs, which has slowed down the development of advanced aviation systems such as the Su-75. The fighter, which should be more affordable compared to American aircraft, has lost customers. If Russia solves the financial issue, the Su-75 could significantly affect the global fighter market.
Brandon J. Weichert

Russia is a great power, but, unlike other major states, it prefers functionality to form, the expert writes. In his opinion, "one should not underestimate the Russians," because now their defense industry is actively developing.

According to The National Interest, the Su-75 will have five internal weapons bays. The fighter will carry both guided and unguided weapons. We are talking about short- and long-range missiles, as well as high-precision ammunition. The developers of the Su-75 say that the aircraft will be able to fly in tandem with drones, which will increase its striking power.

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