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Pea-Su-7

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The Sukhoi Su-7 (NATO reporting name: "Fitter-A") is a swept-wing, supersonic fighter aircraft developed by the Soviet Union in the 1950s.Key Features: * Designed for: Originally intended as a tactical, low-level dogfighter, but later evolved primarily into a fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft. * Characteristics: * Swept Wings: Highly swept wings for supersonic flight. * Powerful Engine: Equipped with the Lyulka AL-7 turbojet engine. * Limited Maneuverability: Suffered from limited maneuverability due to its design. * Ground Attack Role: Became effective in the ground-attack role with improved versions and increased payload capacity.Development and Service: * Development: The Su-7 underwent a complex development process, facing challenges with engine reliability and performance. * Service: Served with the Soviet Air Force and various other air forces around the world.Note: The Su-7 was a significant aircraft in Soviet aviation history, but its initial design limitations and the development of more advanced fighters eventually led to its replacement.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 28.7ft (8.8m)
  • Length 39.2ft (11.9m)
  • Height 9.6ft (2.9m)
  • Empty Weight 8,262lbs (3,748kg)
  • Loaded Weight 9,919lbs (4,499kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.265
  • Wing Loading 62.6lbs/ft2 (305.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 158.4ft2 (14.7m2)
  • Drag Points 3908

Parts

  • Number of Parts 67
  • Control Surfaces 3
  • Performance Cost 292