A-37 Dragonfly vs Su-25 Frogfoot
| Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 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 | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,586 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-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is faster with a maximum speed of 970 km/h compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h, a difference of 154 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher service ceiling at 12,730 meters (41,765 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,600 kg compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is more expensive at approximately $11 million per unit compared to the A-37 Dragonfly at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The A-37 Dragonfly entered service first in 1967, 14 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 577 units of the A-37 Dragonfly.