By early 2026, the total number of Su-34 bombers built for the Russian Aerospace Forces reached 212 units. This was reported by the Analytical Center AST.

According to the Center, the Chkalov Aviation Plant delivered 16 serial aircraft to the army in 2024 and 18 serial aircraft in 2025.

Production volume increased by 12.5%, and the enterprise has already switched to three work shifts.

Overall, the average rate of production and delivery of combat aircraft to the Aerospace Forces is estimated at approximately 35 aircraft of all types per year.

Military blogger and former pilot Fighterbomber explained that the Su-34's paint scheme became the most successful among fighter and front-line aviation in Russia. For example, Su-35S and Su-30SM are more "visible" on radars.

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