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Sukhoi Su-17
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Sukhoi Su-17

Attack aircraft family by Sukhoi

2,867Units built

Overview

The Sukhoi Su-17 is a variable-sweep wing fighter-bomber developed for the Soviet military. Developed from the Sukhoi Su-7, the Su-17 was the first variable-sweep wing aircraft to enter Soviet service and featured updated avionics. The aircraft also has variants which were designed for export such as the Sukhoi Su-22 and the less popular Su-20.

Specifications

Dimensions

Length18.75 m
Wingspan13.70 m
Height4.75 m

Powerplant

Engine modelLyulka AL-21

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

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