![]() ![]() As Harrison Kass of 19FortyFive says "…countries within the Russian sphere of influence are still going to buy Russian equipment, regardless of whether the international community is upset with Putin." While Vietnam and India may still be interested, it is unclear whether Russia will find a market for the Su-75 if it does enter production. Russian officials claim the jet will have its first flight in 2024 however it remains to be seen whether they will meet this deadline under the stringent sanctions and with the ongoing war in Ukraine.įurthermore, it appears that the United Arab Emirates has at least paused its involvement in the project, drying up a critical source of funding and R&D. Given the inherent challenges in designing an unmanned combat aircraft (UCAV) - none have yet been used in combat and the only UCAVs currently flying are based on modifications to existing, proven airframes - it is difficult to see how Russia expects to develop the Su-75 into a UCAV when the manned version has yet to have a successful test flight.Ī Checkmate prototype at the MAKS-2021 air show.įor now, it seems that the Su-75 program continues to limp along. In addition to the challenges presented by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the sanctions which arose from a Russian Invasion, the UAC seems intent on making the development process as difficult as possible.Īpparently, designers are working on an unmanned version of the Su-75 in parallel with the manned variant. The loss of Su-30s, 34s, and even a 35 may make nations leery of purchasing aircraft untested by combat. If Russia struggles to guarantee parts and maintenance, it may turn off potential buyers.īeyond questions of production, there is the rather large elephant in the room that is the performance of Russian jets in Ukraine. This has ramifications for the production of an airworthy Su-75, now projected to fly in 2024 as well as future sales. Most notably, precision machining equipment and semiconductors, without which the advanced avionics system is completely unable to function. They note that "The Checkmate fighter is outfitted with versatile armaments capable of fighting any threat: from unsheltered command posts to especially sensitive targets for a potential enemy." However, they are balanced by an affordable $25 million to $30 million price tag, one-quarter of the cost of an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.Ī Rostec spokesperson described the new fighter jet as a cutting-edge addition to the air-defense realm. These upgrades represent a major step up from previous Russian exports such as the Su-30 and Mig-35. These drones will be managed by an advanced AI onboard computer and avionics system which is capable of tracking and engaging up to six targets at once. ![]() ![]() Stealth characteristics such as an internal weapons bay, diverterless inlets, and a unique tail design are all a must have for fifth-generation fighters.Īdditional fifth-generation aspects of the Su-75 are its ability to coordinate with drones, an emerging technology and doctrine which air forces hope to use to overcome enemy air defenses. ![]() Its single engine means fewer maintenance costs as well as less fuel consumption. The Sukhoi-designed Su-75 boasts many features to make it attractive to foreign buyers. Sputnik/Alexei Nikolskyi/Kremlin via REUTERS It often indicates a user profile.Ī Su-75 Checkmate prototype at MAKS-2021 in July 2021. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. ![]()
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