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SU-192 "Sukol

345 MsMuseumJanitor  6 days ago

It is me again, the janitor why come to me when the manager is right there? Points at the manager

Me: because you are the janitor

Janitor: fine let's get started on this one..

After the collapse of Russia's ambitious MiG-41 program—revealed to be little more than propaganda—Russian military leadership realized that they needed a new approach. The focus had to shift from sheer numbers to a delicate balance of quality and production scale. With lessons learned, a new project was initiated under tight secrecy: the Su-192, a fifth-generation stealth fighter.

Five years later, after rigorous design and testing phases, the first Su-192 prototype rolled off the production line, just a year behind schedule. Despite the delay, the aircraft exceeded expectations. With state-of-the-art avionics, advanced stealth technology, and unprecedented maneuverability, the Su-192 quickly established itself as a worthy contender on the global stage, almost rivaling the U.S.'s F-35 Lightning II in performance.

The Su-192 was designed not only to complement the existing Su-57 Felon but also to fill critical gaps in Russia’s air superiority capabilities. Its single-engine design offered greater speed and agility, while its enhanced radar evasion and multi-role capability allowed it to operate in diverse combat scenarios.

As it entered production, the Su-192 became a symbol of Russia's renewed focus on engineering excellence. Though it took longer than anticipated, its arrival marked the beginning of a new era for the Russian Air Force, offering both a technological leap forward and a reminder that, when guided by precision and dedication, quality always prevails.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 26.7ft (8.1m)
  • Length 35.1ft (10.7m)
  • Height 9.7ft (3.0m)
  • Empty Weight 10,985lbs (4,983kg)
  • Loaded Weight 16,744lbs (7,595kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.013
  • Wing Loading 62.5lbs/ft2 (305.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 267.9ft2 (24.9m2)
  • Drag Points 2807

Parts

  • Number of Parts 63
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 283