Where is MiG-35: Experts believe that the latest Russian plane can be a fake (video)

The reason for skeptical statements is the fact that in the war in Ukraine Russian PCS attracted almost the entire range of front aircraft. But Mig-35, despite significant characteristics, did not get on the battlefield. The Russian MiG-35 fighter, which was once positioned as a "F-35 killer" and which was supposed to be response to US stealth fighters, raises more and more questions with experts and analysts.

Despite the statements about his advanced technical capabilities, the aircraft has not been noticed anywhere, which casts doubt on its claimed characteristics. On August 19, the Bulgarian Military Viewers told about the Russian interceptor. The authors of the material note that in more than 900 days of war in Ukraine the world saw almost the full range -57. However, the MiG-35, declared as the latest fighter of the 4 ++ generation, has not been observed in hostilities.

This raises the question of his real opportunities and readiness for use in battle. The MiG-35 paper looks convincing. This fighter is about 17. 3 meters long, with a wingspan of about 12 meters and a height of about 4. 73 meters is equipped with two turbopannation engines RD-33MC with a forth-chamber, each of which develops 8981 kg. This provides Mig-35 high speed and maneuverability.

The aircraft is equipped with a Zhuk-AE radar with an active electron scan grate (AFFA), which allows you to track up to 30 targets at the same time and affect up to 6 of them. The aircraft also has a pre -Avionic and a means of EWS. In terms of MiG-35 weapons have considerable flexibility, having nine suspension points to accommodate different types of weapons. It can carry the missiles of the air-air class, "air-earth", controlled and unmanaged bombs, as well as 30 mm GSH-30-1 gun for melee.

American expert Peter Suchyu claims that MiG-35 may be more marketing than a real competitor to Western fighters such as the F-35. Despite the statements about the advanced radar and excellent characteristics, the aircraft remains virtually unprocessed, the units are not released and its combat use is limited. In addition, Inside Russia, Mig-35 faces serious competition from other aircraft, such as SU-30, SU-35 and SU-57.

These models, due to their characteristics and logistics advantages, were better for the Russian Air Force. As a result, the MiG-35 was unable to receive significant orders both domestically and abroad. Also, MiG-35, unlike the same Su-57, did not aroused interest even among potential buyers abroad. The expert believes that this is due to a decrease in demand for Russian military equipment in general due to the war in Ukraine and sanction pressure.