A-10 Thunderbolt II vs Su-25 Frogfoot
| American close air support aircraft, renowned for service in the Gulf War with distinctive tank-destroying capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Republic |
| First flight | 10 May 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 716 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 22 February 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $11 million |
| Wing area | 47.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 675 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 463 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,680 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,321 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,224 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 30.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 970 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,200 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is faster with a maximum speed of 970 km/h compared to the A-10 Thunderbolt II's 675 km/h, a difference of 295 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the A-10 Thunderbolt II's 463 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,680 kg compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 17,600 kg.
Which is larger, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is longer at 16.3 meters compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is more expensive at approximately $20 million per unit compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot at $11 million.
Which entered service first, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II entered service first in 1975, 6 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 716 units of the A-10 Thunderbolt II.