The Sukhoi Su-27 (Russian: Сухой Су-27; NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a Soviet -origin twin-engine supersonic supermaneuverable fighter aircraft designed by Sukhoi.

Introduced in Update "Seek & Destroy", the Su-27SM will be very familiar and is in most aspects similar to the previous Su-27 in the tech tree. The primary differences are its armament, as the Su-27SM has access to the new R-77 Active Radar …

The Su-27SM [serial moderniziroval - serial modernized] repair and modernization of the Su-27 multipurpose fighter are performed under the contract signed in 2004 and providing for repair and...

Feb 17, 2017 · Su-27SM (‘Flanker-B’ Mod. 1) – The mid-life upgraded version of the Su-27S, having incorporated the technology fitted in the Su-27M. Su-27SKM – A single-seat multi-role fighter for export, developed from the Su-27SK yet fitted with an advanced cockpit, more-sophisticated self-defence ECM and in-flight refuelling system.

Dec 7, 2022 · The latest video focuses on the Su-27SM, an upgraded version of the original ‘vanilla’ Flanker-B that is now, more generally, a diminishing presence within the Russian Aerospace Forces.

Jul 16, 2021 · The Su-27SM, an improved version of the Su-27, provided a significant upgrade for the Russian Air Force. It is equipped with an improved fuselage for extra weapons payload, N001 radar, and a glass cockpit with three-colour multi-function displays and improved avionics.

Nov 18, 2023 · The Russian Air Force's Su-27SM, introduced in 2003, was modified with an improved radar and general systems functionality, along with additional weaponry fitment.

Feb 23, 2025 · The Su-27SM variant emerged from this effort, featuring an updated fire-control system, improved radar capable of deploying R-77 missiles, and enhanced avionics. These upgrades extended the aircraft’s operational relevance and improved its multirole functionality.

The Sukhoi Su-27 (Russian: Сухой Су-27) (NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a twin-engine supermanoeuverable fighter aircraft designed by Sukhoi. It was intended as a direct competitor for the large United States fourth generation fighters, with 3,530-kilometre (1,910 nmi) range, heavy armament, sophisticated avionics and high manoeuvrability.

Aug 28, 2008 · The Su-27SM is equipped with an upgraded fire control system including the improved N001V radar with phased array antenna, which offers improved performance and air-to-surface mode. The new system enables the use of the RVV-AE (R-77) medium range air-to-air missile and a wide selection of guided air-to-surface bombs and missiles.