Su-33 Flanker-D vs Su-34 Fullback
Overview
The Su-33 Flanker-D and the Su-34 Fullback are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and Sukhoi respectively.
Top speed is 2,300 km/h for the Su-33 Flanker-D vs 2,120 km/h for the Su-34 Fullback. The Su-33 Flanker-D has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 4,000 km for the Su-34 Fullback. The Su-33 Flanker-D operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,000 m for the Su-34 Fullback.
The Su-33 Flanker-D has been produced in 22 units vs 155 for the Su-34 Fullback. Unit cost is $45M for the Su-33 Flanker-D vs $36M for the Su-34 Fullback. The Su-34 Fullback first flew 9 years before the Su-33 Flanker-D (1990 vs 1999).
| Russian carrier-based multirole fighter, developed in the late 1980s, primarily deployed on the Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 29 April 1999 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 22 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| 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 |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,600 kgf â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-33 Flanker-D is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 2,120 km/h, a difference of 180 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Su-33 Flanker-D's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-33 Flanker-D has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the Su-33 Flanker-D's 33,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the Su-33 Flanker-D's 22.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-33 Flanker-D is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the Su-34 Fullback at $36 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-33 Flanker-D entered service first in 1994, 3 years before the Su-34 Fullback which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-33 Flanker-D or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has been produced in greater numbers with 155 units compared to 22 units of the Su-33 Flanker-D.