This a complete redesign of the Lu-52-73. The 52-73X or advanced, is equipped with state of the art technologies. It has been resigned with a X326 electronic warfare radar system, capable of jamming radar, and giving the 73X a superior detection to other craft. It has been given an after burner, (AG2) allowing the craft to reach speeds over 2400 MPH. It has several small conformal fuel pods and sensor suites added to the plane.
The plane has been outfitted with a chaff/flare package, with emergency reserve flares (ag1). An aerial refueling pod has been added extending the operational range. The planes payload has been changed and increased, replacing the rocket pods with 2 AGM "Cleaver" long range missiles. It has also been given a small internal weapons bay, holding an additional 2 Inferno Missiles, giving it a total of 8 infernos.
The plane also holds 2 250 pound bombs and 2 interceptor missiles for defense.
Due to the planes upgrades the cost has increased slightly.
The plane is perfect for a long to medium range strike Mission.