Western media have recently begun to compare advanced Russian weapons with their own more often. It came to the fifth-generation Su-57 fighter, which was compared with the American Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Bulgarian Military reports.
However, the direct competitor of the Russian aircraft is the F-22. The Russian fighter surpasses it in all respects. Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor is designed to gain air superiority.
The Russian military aircraft, in turn, is inconspicuous. Therefore, it can suddenly approach the target and attack. The American competitor does not have the corresponding capabilities.
In addition, the Su-57 turned out to be much more maneuverable than its opponent. The fighter is capable of performing many different tricks in the air in combat mode, and is also capable of carrying various missiles, including the "Kinzhal".
Earlier www1.ru reported that Tula defense enterprises have increased shipments by 50% since the beginning of 2025.
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