Su-34 Fullback vs Tejas
Overview
The Su-34 Fullback and the Tejas are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and HAL respectively.
Top speed is 2,120 km/h for the Su-34 Fullback vs 2,220 km/h for the Tejas. The Su-34 Fullback has an operational range of 4,000 km vs 739 km for the Tejas. The Tejas operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 15,000 m for the Su-34 Fullback. At 45,000 kg MTOW, the Su-34 Fullback is 3.3x the Tejas's 13,500 kg.
The Su-34 Fullback has been produced in 155 units vs 38 for the Tejas. Unit cost is $36M for the Su-34 Fullback vs $26M for the Tejas. The Su-34 Fullback first flew 11 years before the Tejas (1990 vs 2001).
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 13 April 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 155 units |
| Average unit price | $36 million |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 January 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $26 million |
| Wing area | 52.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2120 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,500 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 38.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 739 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,600 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Tejas is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 2,120 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Tejas's 739 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Tejas has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the Tejas's 13,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the Tejas's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Tejas at $26 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback entered service first in 1997, 18 years before the Tejas which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-34 Fullback or Tejas?
The Su-34 Fullback has been produced in greater numbers with 155 units compared to 38 units of the Tejas.