The Number of Su-30 Fighters in Service with the Russian Aerospace Forces and Navy Revealed

Fighters are in demand both domestically and abroad

Su-30 series fighters of all modifications remain in demand in Russia and abroad. In total, about 700 units were built, according to the "Technosphere Russia" publication, citing sources.

According to preliminary estimates, the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS) have about 100 aircraft, and more than 30 are in service with the Navy.

The largest operator of the Su-30 abroad is India. The Republic has been purchasing domestic aircraft since the 1990s, and in recent years has launched licensed assembly of the Su-30MKI version with the supply of engines, бортового оборудования components and missile weapons from Russia. The country's arsenal includes about 260 fighters of this type.

Su-30 Characteristics:

  • Crew — 2 чел
  • Maximum speed — 2125 km/h
  • Speed near the ground — 1380 km/h
  • Practical ceiling — 17 500 m
  • Flight range without refueling — up to 3000 km, with refueling — up to 5000 km

In addition, China has about 95 fighters, Algeria has about 60, Vietnam has 35, and Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Belarus, Indonesia, Armenia, Angola, Myanmar and Uganda have about 100 in total.

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