Sukhoi Su-30 MKI Cost: Why This IAF Backbone Fighter Jet is Crucial, Plus Its Amazing Features
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Sukhoi Su-30 MKI: India's Air Force Backbone & Its ₹1,125 Crore Power Revealed
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News18•06-03-2026, 22:09
Sukhoi Su-30 MKI: India's Air Force Backbone & Its ₹1,125 Crore Power Revealed
•Sukhoi Su-30 MKI, the backbone of the Indian Air Force, costs approximately ₹1,125 crore per aircraft; a recent ₹13,500 crore deal secured 12 new jets.
•Crucial for India due to its multirole capability, 'Mini AWACS' function, and being the only aircraft globally capable of firing the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.
•Known for 'super maneuverability', it's a twin-engine, two-seater multirole fighter with a top speed of 2,120 km/h (Mach 2.0) and a range of 3,000 km.
•Carries up to 8,000 kg of diverse weaponry, including air-to-air, air-to-ground, and anti-ship missiles, supported by a two-pilot system for extended missions.
•84 aircraft are being upgraded to 'Super Sukhoi' standards for ₹65,000 crore, integrating indigenous 'Virupaksha' radar and Astra Mark-3 missiles, extending lifespan to 2055.