Export version of the Russian fighter of the fifth generation su-57Э differs from the basic design of the su-57 in the direction of "some deterioration in its tactical and technical characteristics and, accordingly, the combat capabilities", recognizes in the "Military-industrial courier" the Vice-President of the Russian Academy of rocket and artillery Sciences (raran) on information policy, doctor of military Sciences Konstantin Sivkov.
"Quite naturally, it is not supposed to export weapons systems that are of critical importance for Russia's security," the author writes.
According to the Doctor of Military Sciences, the Su-57E will not receive, in particular, the R-37 and KS-172 ultra-long-range missiles, and the operating modes and parameters of its avionics (avionics) " will differ significantly from those installed on the basic modification."
"Thus, the export version of the Su-57 will differ significantly from the basic modification, and the sale of such aircraft abroad will not create serious threats to Russia's national security," the expert concludes.
In June, Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov said that Russia will create a two-seat version of the Su-57 fighter, intended for sale abroad.
In March , TASS, referring to the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), reported that the Hunter heavy strike and reconnaissance drone will hit ground and air targets as part of network-centric interaction with the leading aircraft — the Su-57.
Ivan Potapov
