Su-34 Fullback vs Tornado
| Russian strike fighter, known for action in Syrian Civil War, optimized for all-weather, precision ground-attack and aerial combat roles. | |
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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 |
| European multirole combat aircraft, renowned for operational history in Gulf War and Balkans conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Panavia |
| First flight | 14 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 990 units |
| Average unit price | $35 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 25,000 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 26.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,148 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,890 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 17,872 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Tornado is faster with a maximum speed of 2,420 km/h compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 2,120 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Tornado's 3,148 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Tornado has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the Tornado's 28,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the Tornado's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Su-34 Fullback is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Tornado at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Tornado entered service first in 1980, 17 years before the Su-34 Fullback which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-34 Fullback or Tornado?
The Tornado has been produced in greater numbers with 990 units compared to 155 units of the Su-34 Fullback.