Kings of Bombing: Rostec Reveals What the Soviet Pe-2 and the Latest Su-34 Have in Common

Both combat vehicles share versatility

On the eve of May 9, the Rostec State Corporation revealed whatcombat qualities the Soviet Pe-2 front-line dive bomber and the modern modification of the fourth-generation Su-34 fighter-bomber have in common.

The Pe-2 was the most mass-produced aircraft in its class. When attacking, such a bomber dives at targets to ensure greater accuracy for the dropped ammunition. This made it possible to successfully hit, among other things, river crossings, equipment, and other single targets.

Pe-2 squadron
Pe-2 squadron

The Su-34 bomber does not need to dive in order to achieve accurate hits. The aircraft uses more than a dozen types of guided high-precision weapons, including FAB air bombs of various capacities with a universal planning and correction module (UMPC). According to pilots, all four of these bombs reach their target.

Both machines share versatility. The Pe-2 was used as a bomber, reconnaissance aircraft, attack aircraft, and heavy fighter. Such modifications as a reconnaissance aircraft and an electronic warfare aircraft have been developed on the basis of the Su-34 aircraft. It is also possible to use it as an aircraft for reconnaissance and patrolling of marine areas.
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