--- title: Sukhoi Su-30 slug: sukhoi-su-30-0e34f url: /detay/sukhoi-su-30-0e34f type: article language: English entity: primary: Sukhoi Su-30 type: article disambiguation: Sukhoi Su-30: Twin-engine fighter jet. Multi-role, high-speed, long-range. Advanced avionics & weaponry. categories: - name: Machinery, Robotics And Mechatronics slug: makine-robotik-ve-mekatronik url: /kategori/makine-robotik-ve-mekatronik - name: Aviation And Space slug: havacilik-ve-uzay url: /kategori/havacilik-ve-uzay - name: Vehicles And Transportation Technologies slug: tasitlar-ve-ulasim-teknolojileri url: /kategori/tasitlar-ve-ulasim-teknolojileri tags: - Multi-role Aircraft - Variants - Sukhoi Su-30 - Thrust Vectoring - Weapon Systems author: Arif Zahid Yüksel created_at: 2025-08-16T10:42:36.748903+03:00 updated_at: 2025-09-09T17:04:52.996164+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/08/16/O7xcn1SaqinbcopUHUt1fREOrIvKdbfm.png --- # Sukhoi Su-30 ## KURE Information Cards ![resim_2025-08-16_104513722.png](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/08/16/g3rV3RkZ3hWEW4HZRBoxrzoa27PdfNxo.png) *Sukhoi Su-30* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Origin(s) | Russia (Sukhoi) | | Category(ies) | Multirole Fighter Aircraft | | Service Entry | 1991 | | First Prototype Flight | 1989 | | Maximum Speed | Approximately Mach 2.0 (2,500 km/h) | | Engines and Powerplant | 2 × Saturn AL-31F turbofan engines | | Units Produced | Over 600 (including various variants) | ## Article Content The Sukhoi Su-30 is a multi-role, twin-engine, two-seat fighter aircraft developed by the Russian Sukhoi Aviation company, based on the Su-27 fighter jet. The Su-30, which made its first prototype flight in 1989 and entered service in 1996, was designed to perform both air superiority and ground attack missions. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/08/11/ObEPVyflV2SEqYaMDrv4vEM63CVWcEAW.jpg) *Sukhoi Su-30 (RA.AZ)* ### **Development and Design Features** The Su-30 was derived from the Su-27PU, a two-seat version of the Su-27, during the Soviet era. Its purpose was to provide a platform for long-range missions, specifically for command and control and reconnaissance tasks with an in-flight refueling capability. - **Fly-by-Wire and Thrust Vectoring:** The aircraft features an advanced fly-by-wire flight control system and engines with thrust vectoring. These technologies make the Su-30 exceptionally agile, allowing it to perform aerodynamically demanding maneuvers like the "Pugachev's Cobra." - **High Range and In-Flight Refueling:** The Su-30's internal fuel capacity provides an operational range of up to 3,000 km, which can be extended to 5,200 km with an in-flight refueling probe. This feature allows the aircraft to remain on long-duration missions. - **Avionics and Radar:** Different variants of the Su-30 use advanced avionics systems, such as the OEPS-27 electro-optical targeting system and the long-range Bars planar radar. These systems enhance the aircraft's ability to detect and track both air-to-air and air-to-ground targets. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIh_O3gXlE0) *Sukhoi Su-30 (Haci Productions)* ### **Engine and Performance** The Su-30 is powered by two **Saturn AL-31F** turbofan engines. - **Engine Power:** These engines produce 33,400 lbf of thrust each, and with afterburner, this power can reach up to 55,120 lbf. - **Speed:** It can reach a maximum speed of 1,320 mph (approx. 2,124 km/h) at sea level and Mach 2.0 (approx. 2,500 km/h) at high altitude. Its service ceiling is 17,300 meters. - **Flight Control:** The aircraft can use its autopilot system during all flight phases and perform automatic navigation and landing approaches. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYeIsxWrC8g) *Sukhoi Su-30 In Action (Armies Power)* ### **Weapon Systems** The Su-30 can carry a wide range of weapons for both air superiority and ground attack missions. - **Internal Weapon:** It is equipped with a standard 30mm GSh-301 automatic cannon with a capacity of 150 rounds. - **External Payloads:** With twelve external hardpoints, it can carry up to 18,000 lbs (approx. 8,165 kg) of ordnance. This ordnance can include: - Air-to-air missiles - Air-to-ground missiles - Anti-ship missiles - Laser-guided bombs - Standard free-fall bombs and rockets ### **Variants and Users** The Su-30 has many different variants derived from its basic design. These variants are typically tailored to the specific requirements of different countries. - **Su-30MKI:** A modernized version developed for India. It features thrust-vectoring engines and canards. - **Su-30MKK:** The version sold to China. - **Su-30MKM:** The version produced for Malaysia. - **Su-30SM:** Developed for the Russian Air and Naval Forces based on the Su-30MKI and MKM variants. - **Other Versions:** There are also models produced with specialized avionics and arrangements for countries like Algeria (Su-30MKA), Venezuela (Su-30MKV), and Vietnam (Su-30MK2V). ## Academic Sources and References 1. Aerocorner. "Sukhoi Su-30MK." Accessed: 16 August 2025. https://aerocorner.com/aircraft/sukhoi-su-30mk 2. Armies Power. "SUKHOI Su-30MKI - Russian Super Fighter." YouTube. Accessed: 16 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYeIsxWrC8g 3. Haci Producitons. "Sukhoi Su-30 - Thrust Vectored Beast." YouTube. Accessed: 16 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIh\_O3gXlE0&list=RDRIh\_O3gXlE0&start\_radio=1 4. Military Factory. "Sukhoi Su-30." 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