The Power of the Su-34 on Video: Bomber Shows Full Combat Load

Footage of four FAB-500s on the aircraft's suspension quickly gained popularity online

A video featuring a fighter-bomber of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS) has gone viral online. Attention was drawn to the demonstration of four aerial bombs with universal planning and correction modules (UMPC) suspended under the wings.

Su-34 with four FAB-500s under the wings
Su-34 with four FAB-500s under the wings

It should be noted that such a load is standard for the Su-34. At the same time, the aircraft can carry even more bombs, but then maneuverability will suffer and the flight range will decrease.

You can carry less, but in this case, the striking power will drop. And four bombs, in the slang of "bombers" - "poker", for most purposes - just right.

Along with planning aerial bombs with satellite guidance, the Russian Aerospace Forces have begun to use advanced long-range ammunition with a rocket stage, called UMPB-5R.

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Also, Rostec shed light on the long-standing question about the strange beak-shaped nose of the Su-34. The state corporation noted that thanks to it, the crew received a more spacious cabin, and also acquired a powerful radar.

Earlier www1.ru reported that jamming-resistant kamikaze drones "Molniya-2" were equipped with a second engine for the first time.

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