GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily

Su-37 Super Flanker vs Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin

Change comparison vs
Specifications
Su-37 Super Flanker Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi Sukhoi
First flight 12 April 1996 25 September 1997
Year introduced 1997 --
Number produced 1 units 1 units
Average unit price $70 million $75 million
Wing area 62.0 m² 61.9 m²
Wingspan 14.7 m 15.2 m
Height 6.4 m 6.3 m
Length 22.2 m 22.6 m
Maximum speed 2494 km/h 2500 km/h
Operational range 3,300 km 3,300 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 35,000 kg 35,000 kg
Empty weight 18,500 kg 16,375 kg
Total thrust 2 x 7,598 kgf 2 x 7,598 kgf
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The Su-37 Super Flanker and the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and Sukhoi respectively.

Top speed is 2,494 km/h for the Su-37 Super Flanker vs 2,500 km/h for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The Su-37 Super Flanker has an operational range of 3,300 km vs 3,300 km for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The Su-37 Super Flanker operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin.

The Su-37 Super Flanker has been produced in 1 units vs 1 for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. Unit cost is $70M for the Su-37 Super Flanker vs $75M for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The Su-37 Super Flanker first flew 1 years before the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin (1996 vs 1997).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 2,494 km/h, a difference of 6 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin has a longer range at 3,300 km compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 3,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 35,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 22.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin is more expensive at approximately $75 million per unit compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker at $70 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-37 Super Flanker or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
Both the Su-37 Super Flanker and Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin have been produced in equal numbers with 1 units each.