Su-17 Fitter vs Su-25 Frogfoot

Overview

The Su-17 Fitter and the Su-25 Frogfoot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and Sukhoi respectively.

The Su-17 Fitter reaches 2,140 km/h — 2.2x the Su-25 Frogfoot's 970 km/h. The Su-17 Fitter has an operational range of 1,150 km vs 1,000 km for the Su-25 Frogfoot. The Su-17 Fitter operates at altitudes up to 14,500 m compared to 7,000 m for the Su-25 Frogfoot. At 17,600 kg MTOW, the Su-25 Frogfoot is 2.2x the Su-17 Fitter's 7,890 kg.

The Su-17 Fitter has been produced in 2,867 units vs 1,000 for the Su-25 Frogfoot. Unit cost is $6M for the Su-17 Fitter vs $11M for the Su-25 Frogfoot. The Su-17 Fitter first flew 9 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot (1966 vs 1975).

Su-17 Fitter

Soviet-era fighter-bomber, extensively deployed in varied conflicts worldwide, known for its variable-sweep wing design and robust operational capacity.
Sukhoi Su-17 Fitter Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 1 January 1966
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 2867 units
Average unit price $6 million
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Su-25 Frogfoot

Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions.
Sukhoi Su-25 Frogfoot Combat profile drawing
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
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Su-17 Fitter

Wing area 27.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.0 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 15.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2140 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,150 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,890 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,932 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 4,000 kgf â—‰

Su-25 Frogfoot

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 4,100 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-17 Fitter is faster with a maximum speed of 2,140 km/h compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 970 km/h, a difference of 1,170 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-17 Fitter has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-17 Fitter has a higher service ceiling at 14,500 meters (47,572 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,600 kg compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 7,890 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 15.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is more expensive at approximately $11 million per unit compared to the Su-17 Fitter at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-17 Fitter entered service first in 1971, 10 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-17 Fitter or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-17 Fitter has been produced in greater numbers with 2,867 units compared to 1,000 units of the Su-25 Frogfoot.

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