Sukhoi Su-28
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| Type | Trainer/Demonstrator/Export Variant |
| Manufacturer | OKB Sukhogo (Sukhoi)/ (Russian: ОКБ Сухого) |
| Maiden flight | 1987 |
| Primary user | Russian Air Force |
The Sukhoi Su-28 is a downgraded variant of the Su-25UB/Su-25T, with reductions in avionics and aircraft systems, together with a full reduction of weapon-carrying capability.
The Su-28 trainer is intended for technical skill, general flight and formation flying training. It is also used as a demonstrator of advanced aero-maneuvers.
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[edit] Technical Description
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The Su-28:
- Is highly maneuverable.
- Can take-off and land on only one engine.
- Can run on diesel-based fuel.
- Can operate from unpaved runways.
- Can perform 18-20 take-offs and landings in one sortie.
- Can withstand heavy landings.
- Has high reliability and minimum operating maintenance.
- Can be equipped with up to four PTB-800 drop tanks, each of 800 litres capacity.
The Su-28 differs from the base Su-25UB model by the absence of:
- Targeting systems.
- Weapon-operating systems.
- Internal guns.
- Wing pylons.
- Armoured engine covers.
- Advanced fly-by-wire controls.
- Electronic countermeasures.
- All systems dedicated to air-to-ground operations.
[edit] Specifications (Su-28)
General characteristics
- Crew: two
- Length: 15.36 m (50 ft 5 inch)
- Wingspan: 14.36 m (47 ft 1 in)
- Height: 4.80 m (15 ft 9 in)
- Wing area: 33.70 m² (362.7 ft²)
- Loaded weight: 12000 kg (26,455 lb)
- Max takeoff weight: 17222 kg (37,968 lb)
- Powerplant: 2× TRD R-95Sh , 40 kN (4100 kgf) each
- Fuel capacity (internal) : 2750 kg
- Fuel capacity (external) : 4 x 1150 kg drop tanks
Performance
- Maximum speed: 950 km/h (590 mph)
- Range: 1050 km (652 miles)
- Service ceiling: 7000 m (22,966 ft)
- Maximum g limit : 6 g (60 m/s²)
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