OVERVIEW
The Sukhoi Su-26, a Soviet product of the late Cold War years, is a proven aerobatic performer and has spawned the Su-29 and Su-31 lines.
The Sukhoi Su-26, a Soviet product of the late Cold War years, is a proven aerobatic performer and has spawned the Su-29 and Su-31 lines.
YEAR: 1984
STATUS: Active, In-Service
MANUFACTURER(S): Sukhoi OKB - Soviet Union
PRODUCTION: 20
OPERATORS: Russia; Soviet Union
SPECIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Sukhoi Su-26 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Sukhoi Su-26 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 1
LENGTH: 22.31 feet (6.8 meters)
WIDTH: 25.59 feet (7.8 meters)
HEIGHT: 9.48 feet (2.89 meters)
WEIGHT (EMPTY): 1,543 pounds (700 kilograms)
WEIGHT (MTOW): 1,742 pounds (790 kilograms)
ENGINE: 1 x Vedeneyev M14P 9-cylinder air-cooled radial piston engine developing 360 horsepower and driving a three-bladed propeller unit at the nose.
SPEED (MAX): 280 miles-per-hour (450 kilometers-per-hour; 243 knots)
RANGE: 497 miles (800 kilometers; 432 nautical miles)
CEILING: 13,123 feet (4,000 meters; 2.49 miles)
RATE-OF-CLIMB: 3,545 feet-per-minute (1,081 meters-per-minute)
ARMAMENT
None.
None.
VARIANTS
Series Model Variants
• Su-26 - Base Series Designation.
Series Model Variants
• Su-26 - Base Series Designation.
MEDIA
Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed Rating
Hi: 300mph
Lo: 150mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (280mph).
Graph average of 225 miles-per-hour.
City-to-City Ranges
NYC
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PAR
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BER
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MSK
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TKY
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SYD
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LAX
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NYC
Graph showcases the Sukhoi Su-26's operational range (on internal fuel) when compared to distances between major cities.
Aviation Era
Useful in showcasing the era cross-over of particular aircraft/aerospace designs.
Unit Production Comparison
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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Altitude Visualization
