Despite its large size, the su-33 is a highly maneuverable aircraft capable of challenging many modern enemy fighters in close combat. With a system of helmet-mounted target designation (NSC) and high-performance missiles R-73, su-33 has a high chance to emerge victorious even from the most difficult air combat.
Su-33 - one of the main aircraft of modern Russian carrier-based aircraft. Su-33 is an all-weather fighter of the fourth generation, developed on the basis of the legendary su-27 (code designation NATO - Flanker), one of the best machines in its class. Retaining all the advantages of its predecessor, the su-33 has found many major innovations, including: the front horizontal tail, folding wing console, landing hook, updated avionics for action over the sea, and more.
the Fighter is equipped with a powerful Doppler radar N001 and optical-location station OLS-27K, which will allow it to effectively deal with a variety of air targets. In total, the su-33 can carry up to 12 guided air-to-air missiles, both short-range and medium-range. To destroy ground and surface targets, the aircraft Arsenal includes a wide range of unguided weapons, including bombs, bomb cassettes and Bunks. Also, to combat the air and ground enemy fighter is equipped with a built-in gun mount caliber 30 mm.
