Su-24 Fencer vs Su-25 Frogfoot

Soviet strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation.
Su-24 Fencer Combat photo
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 2 July 1967
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 1400 units
Average unit price $25 million
Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions.
Su-25 Frogfoot Combat photo
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 46.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.6 m â—‰
Height 6.2 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 39,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,320 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 15,574 kgf â—‰
Sukhoi Su-24 Fencer Combat profile drawing
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—‰
Sukhoi Su-25 Frogfoot Combat profile drawing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,450 km/h compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 970 km/h, a difference of 480 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher service ceiling at 16,500 meters (54,133 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,700 kg compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 17,600 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot at $11 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer entered service first in 1973, 8 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-24 Fencer or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-24 Fencer has been produced in greater numbers with 1,400 units compared to 1,000 units of the Su-25 Frogfoot.