The Sukhoi SU-27 family known as Flankers. Made in the mid 1980s to rival western advanced fighters like the F-15, F-16 and European fighters, the Flankers are designed as advanced heavy agile jets with high survivability.

Variants

SU-27

The original Flanker model designed in the late 1970s as a long-range air superiority fighter. It's known for exceptional maneuverability, range, and powerful radar/weapons systems, establishing the foundation for a highly versatile platform.

SU-30

A two-seat multirole derivative of the Su-27 with advanced avionics and weapons systems. Various versions exist, but generally, it adds strike capability, longer range, and enhanced electronic warfare, making it a true multirole fighter.

SU-33

The naval carrier-based variant of the Su-27, with strengthened landing gear, tailhook, and corrosion protection for carrier operations. It serves as Russia's primary carrier air superiority fighter.

SU-34

A side-by-side two-seat, twin-engine strike fighter derived from the Su-27 airframe. It's designed for deep strike and tactical bombing missions, featuring advanced avionics, a spacious cockpit, and a heavy weapons load.

SU-35

A highly upgraded Su-27 derivative with thrust-vectoring engines, advanced radar (Irbis-E), improved avionics, and longer range. It focuses on supermaneuverability and multirole capabilities, often described as a 4.5-generation fighter.