MiG-29K Fulcrum-D
Summary
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 22 January 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 81 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
Technical specifications
| Version: MiG-29K Fulcrum-D | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 1 pilot |
| Operational range | 2,000 km (1,243 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h (1367 mph) |
| Wing area | 43 m² (462.8 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m (39.3 ft) |
| Height | 4.4 m (14.4 ft) |
| Length | 17.3 m (56.8 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 17,500 m (57,415 ft) |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg (40,785 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg (52,911 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 109.0 m/s (357.6 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 x turbojets Klimov RD-33MK delivering 18000 kgf each |
| Ejection seat | Zvezda K-36DM |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
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Russia | 278 (+2) | |
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India | 120 | |
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Ukraine | 54 | |
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Egypt | 43 | |
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Algeria | 40 (+5) | |
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Uzbekistan | 38 | |
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North Korea | 35 | |
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Myanmar | 33 | |
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Belarus | 32 | |
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Syria | 29 | |
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Poland | 28 | |
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Iran | 24 | |
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Turkmenistan | 24 | |
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Yemen | 23 | |
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Azerbaijan | 15 | |
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Serbia | 14 | |
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Kazakhstan | 13 | |
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Bulgaria | 12 | |
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Sudan | 11 | |
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Bangladesh | 8 | |
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Peru | 8 | |
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Cuba | 3 | |
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Mongolia | 2 | |
All operators
🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
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🇧🇩 Bangladesh
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🇧🇬 Bulgaria
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🇧🇾 Belarus
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🇨🇺 Cuba
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🇩🇿 Algeria
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🇪🇬 Egypt
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🇮🇳 India
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🇮🇷 Iran
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🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
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🇲🇲 Myanmar
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🇲🇳 Mongolia
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🇵🇪 Peru
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🇵🇱 Poland
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🇰🇵 North Korea
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🇷🇺 Russia
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🇸🇩 Sudan
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🇷🇸 Serbia
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🇸🇾 Syria
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🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
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🇺🇦 Ukraine
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🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
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🇾🇪 Yemen
Armament
Missiles payload:
- Air-to-Surface Vympel Kh-25 (AS-10 Karen)
- Air-to-Surface Vympel Kh-29 (AS-14 Kedge)
- Anti-Radiation Vympel Kh-31 Taifun (AS-17 Krypton)
- Air-to-Air Long-Range Vympel R-27 / K-27 (AA-10 Alamo)
- Air-to-Air Short-Range Vympel R-73 (AA-11 Archer)
- Air-to-Air Medium-Range Vympel R-77 RVV-AE (AA-12 Adder)
- Air-to-Surface Zvezda Kh-35 Uran (AS-20 Kayak)
Bombs payload:
- Low-Drag JSC NPO Basalt FAB-500
- Guided KAB-500
Description
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is a modern multirole military aircraft developed by the Soviet Union/Russia. It is a naval variant of the MiG-29 family specifically designed for aircraft carriers. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D features an advanced airframe, improved avionics, and strengthened landing gear to endure the demanding operating conditions of carrier-based operations. This aircraft is primarily employed for air superiority, air defense, and strike missions. It is capable of carrying a wide range of offensive and defensive armaments, including air-to-air missiles, air-to-surface missiles, and rockets. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has been deployed by the Russian Navy, as well as a number of foreign naval air forces worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of aircraft is the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is a combat aircraft aircraft developed by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and entered service in 2009.
What is the maximum speed of the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h (Mach 1.8).
What is the range of the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has an operational range of 2,000 km (1,242 miles). This range can vary based on payload, altitude, and mission profile.
When did the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D first fly?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D made its first flight on January 22, 2007. It entered operational service in 2009.
How many MiG-29K Fulcrum-D have been built?
Approximately 81 units of the Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D have been produced since it entered service in 2009.
Which countries operate the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is operated by 23 countries with approximately 887 aircraft in active service. The largest operators include Russia, India, and Ukraine.
How much does a MiG-29K Fulcrum-D cost?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has an estimated unit cost of approximately $35.0 million. Actual prices vary based on configuration, quantity ordered, and included support packages.
What is the service ceiling of the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a service ceiling of 17,500 meters (57,414 feet). This is the maximum altitude at which the aircraft can maintain controlled flight.
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