IAR-93 / J-22 Orao vs Su-25 Frogfoot
| Romanian-Yugoslav ground-attack aircraft, operational during the Cold War, used significantly in the Yugoslav Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇴 Romania 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CNIAR/Soko |
| First flight | 31 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 88 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1094 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,320 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,628 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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Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The IAR-93 / J-22 Orao is faster with a maximum speed of 1,094 km/h compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 970 km/h, a difference of 124 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The IAR-93 / J-22 Orao has a longer range at 1,320 km compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The IAR-93 / J-22 Orao has a higher service ceiling at 13,600 meters (44,619 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,600 kg compared to the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao's 10,900 kg.
Which is larger, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is more expensive at approximately $11 million per unit compared to the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The IAR-93 / J-22 Orao entered service first in 1977, 4 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 88 units of the IAR-93 / J-22 Orao.