Post by willi1 on Sept 20, 2023 13:46:14 GMT
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-25 (NATO codename: Foxbat) is a twin-engine single-seat interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft developed in the Soviet Union in the 1960s by the Mikoyan-Gurevich design bureau. The main purpose of the MiG-25 was to intercept the Mach 3 Lockheed A-12 reconnaissance aircraft.
Between 1969 and 1985, 1,190 units were built in numerous variants. The MiG-25 was used in 13 countries and has been decommissioned everywhere. Top Speed: 3,000 km/h (Mach 2.83) Service ceiling: 24,000 m
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-27 (NATO code name Flogger-D) is a single-engine ground attack aircraft developed in the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It is a further developed fighter-bomber variant of the MiG-23. Between 1970 and 1986, 1,075 units were manufactured, 165 of which were in India.
The MiG-27s have now been decommissioned, but Kazakhstan still has them in service.
Top speed: 1800 km/h
Top speed: 1800 km/h
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29 (NATO code name: Fulcrum) is a twin-engine fighter aircraft developed in the Soviet Union in the 1970s and intended to be on par with the US F-15 and F-16.
As of 1982, over 1,600 units have been built so far and production is still ongoing. The MiG-29 are still in use in 23 countries worldwide. Top speed: 2,445 km/h (Mach 2.3)
As of 1982, over 1,600 units have been built so far and production is still ongoing. The MiG-29 are still in use in 23 countries worldwide. Top speed: 2,445 km/h (Mach 2.3)
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-31 (NATO codename: Foxhound) is a two-seat twin-engine interceptor developed in the Soviet Union from the MiG-25.
The main purpose is to be used against strategic bombers, cruise missiles and stealth bombers. The main part of the development was carried out by the Mikoyan design office.
It was put into service in 1981. In addition to Russia, the MiG-31 is also flown in Kazakhstan. Over 500 units have been built so far. Top Speed: 2,500 km/h (Mach 2.35) Service ceiling: 25,000 m
The main purpose is to be used against strategic bombers, cruise missiles and stealth bombers. The main part of the development was carried out by the Mikoyan design office.
It was put into service in 1981. In addition to Russia, the MiG-31 is also flown in Kazakhstan. Over 500 units have been built so far. Top Speed: 2,500 km/h (Mach 2.35) Service ceiling: 25,000 m