Sukhoi Su-22M4
The Su-22 is a fighter – bomber aircraft with variable wing geometry, a subsequent development version of Su-17 (export designation Su-20), equipped with more modern navigation and targeting systems. Su-17M4 (export designation Su-22M4) was the most advanced version, introduced in 1980, equipped with PrNK-54 mission system, coupled with the Orbita computer, enabling the automatic target approach and bomb release without the visual contact, and Klon laser targeting device for laser guided missiles. About 100Su-22 were delivered to Poland during 1984 - 1985. After multiple overhauls and upgrades, these aircraft are still operated by Polish Air Force as the main type of strike aircraft.
Displayed aircraft number 3305 was flown by the CO of the 7th Bomber and Reconnaissance Regiment at Powidz, Col. Leszek Cwojdziński.
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Wingspan: | 10,02 m (32.8 ft) swept – 13,65 m (42.65 ft) spread |
Length: | 19.1 m (62.3 ft) |
Wing area: | 366 sq.ft – 409 sq.ft |
Empty weight: | 10,640 kg (23,457 lb) |
Take-off weight: | 16,400 kg (36,155 lb) |
Maximum speed: | 1850 km/h (1,000 kt) |
Service ceiling: | 15,200 m (49,870 ft) |
Range: | 2,550 km (1,376 NM) |
Armament: two 30 mm NR-30 cannons, R-60 guided air to air missiles, Ch-25 and Ch-29 guided air to surface missiles, rocket launchers and bombs of total weight of 4,000 kg (8,818) lb |
Powerplant: AL-21F-3 turbojet engine rated at 110 kN (30,000 lb) with afterburner |
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