Su‑75 checkmate: Russia's stealth fighter hits key milestone
The Russian Su-75 Checkmate fighter has reached a crucial development stage. This information comes from Sergey Korotkov of United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), the company responsible for the production of the new aircraft, as reported on the Bulgarian Military portal.
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The Russian Su-75 Checkmate fighter, developed by the Sukhoi company, has reached a significant development milestone. According to Sergey Korotkov, chief designer and deputy director of UAC, the fighter is at the production readiness stage. This means that the project has entered the phase of final tests and preparations for serial production.
Development challenges
Despite ambitious plans, the Su-75 project has faced several difficulties. This is mainly due to the war in Ukraine and international sanctions that have caused development delays. The lack of confirmed foreign orders, despite earlier interest from India and Nigeria, casts doubt on the project's future.
In spite of these challenges, the Russian aviation industry continues to work on the Su-75, hoping to capture the international market. Sukhoi plans to introduce three variants of the fighter: single-seat, two-seat, and unmanned, which is intended to increase its appeal to potential buyers.
Key features of Su-75 Checkmate
According to the Russians, the Su-75 is a fifth-generation tactical fighter, which is set to compete with the American F-35. Initially, the project's creators claimed that the use of stealth technology would enable the fighter to achieve high performance while keeping operational costs low.
The Su-75 can reach speeds of up to Mach 1.8 (about 2,200 km/h), and its operational range is approximately 2,800 km. The maximum takeoff weight of the Su-75 is 26,000 kg, allowing for the transport of a payload up to 7,400 kg. According to the Russians, the Su-75 will be capable of operating effectively under difficult electronic warfare conditions and simultaneously attacking multiple targets, as journalist Łukasz Michalik from WP tech reported.
