The SU34 is a development of the outstanding air superiority fighter SU27 Flanker which entered service with the Soviet forces towards the later Eighties Major characteristics superior to the Flanker are high manoeuvrability an operational range of 4000 km & a high payload This plane will gradually replace the SU24 Fencer presently in service The SU34 has a completely redesigned front section to accommodate a twoseat cockpit with complex electronics to precision navigate & operate the sophisticated airtoground missile system Technical Details Length 2300 m Wingspan open 1470 m Height 610 m Max Speed MACH 2 Range 4000 m Armament up to 6 R73 & AA11 airtoair missiles Kh 31 AS12 & AS14 airground missiles & guided bombs