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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet jet fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "New Power"]]. | |
== General info == | == General info == | ||
=== Flight performance === | === Flight performance === | ||
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! Upgraded | ! Upgraded | ||
− | | 1,205 || 1,197 || 36.9 || 38.1 || 124.5 || 102.4 | + | |1,205||1,197||36.9||38.1||124.5||102.4 |
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! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear !! Drogue chute | ! Combat flaps !! Take-off flaps !! Landing flaps !! Air brakes !! Arrestor gear !! Drogue chute | ||
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! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! - | ! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! - | ||
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− | | {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || | + | | {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || N/A || 650 || 500 || ~11 || ~5 |
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! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator | ! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator | ||
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− | | < 650 || < 850 || < 920 || | + | | < 650 || < 850 || < 920 || N/A |
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! colspan="2" | Engine name || Number | ! colspan="2" | Engine name || Number | ||
− | ! colspan="2" | {{Annotation|Basic | + | ! colspan="2" | {{Annotation|Basic Mass|Mass of the aircraft with pilot and engine oil, but no fuel or weapons load (NOTE: the Yak-38M's gunpods and removable internal cannon are not counted)}} || colspan="2" | Wing loading (full fuel) |
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| colspan="2" | Tumansky R-28V-300 (main) || 1 | | colspan="2" | Tumansky R-28V-300 (main) || 1 | ||
| colspan="2" rowspan="2" | 7,240 kg || colspan="2" rowspan="2" | 502 kg/m<sup>2</sup> | | colspan="2" rowspan="2" | 7,240 kg || colspan="2" rowspan="2" | 502 kg/m<sup>2</sup> | ||
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− | | colspan="2" | | + | | colspan="2" | RD-38 (lift jets) || 2 |
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! colspan="3" | Engine characteristics | ! colspan="3" | Engine characteristics | ||
− | ! colspan="3" | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) || rowspan="2" | Max Takeoff<br>Weight | + | ! colspan="3" | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) || rowspan="2" | Max Takeoff<br />Weight |
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! Weight (each) || colspan="2" | Type | ! Weight (each) || colspan="2" | Type | ||
− | ! | + | ! 7m fuel || 20m fuel || 23m fuel |
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− | | 1,420 kg (main) || colspan="2" | Vectored-thrust | + | | 1,420 kg (main) || colspan="2" | Vectored-thrust low-bypass turbofan |
− | | rowspan="2" | 8, | + | | rowspan="2" | 8,077 kg || rowspan="2" | 9,631 kg || rowspan="2" | 9,960 kg || rowspan="2" | 10,300 kg |
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− | | 210 kg (lift jet) || colspan="2" | Axial-flow turbojet | + | | 210 kg (lift jet)|| colspan="2" | Axial-flow turbojet |
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! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum main engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} | ! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum main engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} | ||
− | ! colspan="4" | Thrust to weight ratio in | + | ! colspan="4" | Thrust to weight ratio in level flight @ 0 m (100%) |
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! Condition || 100% || WEP | ! Condition || 100% || WEP | ||
− | ! | + | ! 7m fuel || 20m fuel || 23m fuel || MTOW |
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| ''Stationary'' || 7,120 kgf || N/A | | ''Stationary'' || 7,120 kgf || N/A | ||
− | | 0.88 || 0. | + | | 0.88 || 0.74 || 0.71 || 0.69 |
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− | | ''Optimal'' || 7,120 kgf<br>(0 km/h) || N/A | + | | ''Optimal'' || 7,120 kgf<br />(0 km/h) || N/A |
− | | 0.88 || 0. | + | | 0.88 || 0.74 || 0.71 || 0.69 |
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! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum lift engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} | ! colspan="3" | {{Annotation|Maximum lift engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB)|The maximum thrust produced by each engine, while mounted in the aircraft. NOTE: Thrust varies significantly depending on speed & altitude.}} | ||
! colspan="4" | Thrust to weight ratio in VTOL (all 3 engines) @ 0 m (100%) | ! colspan="4" | Thrust to weight ratio in VTOL (all 3 engines) @ 0 m (100%) | ||
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− | | ''Stationary'' || {{Annotation|3,230 kgf|13,580 | + | | ''Stationary'' || {{Annotation|3,230 kgf|13,580 kg total thrust in VTOL (split over 3 engines)}}|| N/A |
− | | 1.68 || 1. | + | | 1.68 || 1.41 || 1.36 || 1.31 |
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=== Survivability and armour === | === Survivability and armour === | ||
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The Yak-38 has no armour. It is a fairly large target with the entire fuselage being taken up with engines and fuel tanks. | The Yak-38 has no armour. It is a fairly large target with the entire fuselage being taken up with engines and fuel tanks. | ||
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=== Offensive armament === | === Offensive armament === | ||
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{{main|GSh-23L (23 mm)}} | {{main|GSh-23L (23 mm)}} | ||
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
− | * 1 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannon, | + | * A choice between two presets: |
+ | ** Without offensive armament | ||
+ | ** 1 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannon, wing-mounted (160 rpg) | ||
=== Suspended armament === | === Suspended armament === | ||
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+ | {{main|OFAB-100 (100 kg)|OFAB-250sv (250 kg)|FAB-500M-54 (500 kg)|Kh-23M|R-60}} | ||
+ | {{main|S-5KP|S-8M|S-24B|GSh-23L (23 mm)}} | ||
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance: | ||
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* 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) | * 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) | ||
− | * 2 x | + | * 4 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 1,000 total) |
− | * 4 x | + | * 10 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (1,000 kg total) |
+ | * 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total) | ||
+ | * 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total) | ||
+ | * 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total) | ||
+ | * 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,500 kg total) | ||
* 64 x S-5KP rockets | * 64 x S-5KP rockets | ||
* 64 x S-5KP rockets | * 64 x S-5KP rockets | ||
− | * 40 x S- | + | * 96 x S-5KP rockets |
+ | * 40 x S-8M rockets | ||
+ | * 2 x S-24B rockets | ||
* 4 x S-24B rockets | * 4 x S-24B rockets | ||
+ | * 32 x S-5KP rockets + 2 x S-24B rockets | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles | ||
+ | * 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) + 2 x R-60 missiles | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (200 kg total) | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total) | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles + 32 x S-5KP rockets | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles + 64 x S-5KP rockets | ||
+ | * 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x S-24B rockets | ||
* 2 x Kh-23M missiles | * 2 x Kh-23M missiles | ||
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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− | + | === Modules === | |
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− | + | ! Tier | |
− | + | ! Flight performance | |
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− | + | | I | |
− | + | | Compressor | |
− | + | | Fuselage repair | |
− | + | | Gun pod VSPU-36 | |
− | + | | FAB-250 | |
− | + | | UB-16 | |
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− | + | | II | |
− | + | | New boosters | |
− | + | | Airframe | |
− | + | | Gun pod UPK-23-250 | |
− | + | | FAB-500 | |
− | + | | UB-32 | |
− | + | | R-60 | |
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− | + | | III | |
− | + | | Wings repair | |
− | + | | G-suit | |
− | + | | Offensive 23 mm | |
− | + | | X-23M | |
− | + | | B-8M1 | |
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+ | | IV | ||
+ | | Engine | ||
+ | | Cover | ||
+ | | New 23 mm cannons | ||
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+ | | C-24 | ||
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=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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* VTOL capabilities | * VTOL capabilities | ||
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* Numerous payload options | * Numerous payload options | ||
− | * Offensive | + | * Offensive 23mm cannon has low ammo for its fire rate, trigger discipline is required |
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'''Cons:''' | '''Cons:''' | ||
* Subsonic | * Subsonic | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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=== [[wt:en/news/6942-development-yak-38-yak-38m-hover-jet-en|Devblog]] === | === [[wt:en/news/6942-development-yak-38-yak-38m-hover-jet-en|Devblog]] === | ||
− | Although Soviet engineers were experimenting with VTOL fixed wing aircraft design since the early | + | Although Soviet engineers were experimenting with VTOL fixed wing aircraft design since the early 1960’s, it wasn’t until December 1967 before a formal order to develop a light VTOL strike aircraft as well as a corresponding trainer version was issued. As a result, engineers at the Yakovlev design bureau began work on the new aircraft in the late 1960’s, basing their design on experience gained from developing the preceding Yak-36 - an early VTOL demonstration design. |
− | The new aircraft, designated Yak-36M, was being developed for immediate frontline service, operating both from land bases as well as aircraft-carrying ships. The | + | The new aircraft, designated Yak-36M, was being developed for immediate frontline service, operating both from land bases as well as aircraft-carrying ships. The aircraft’s primary role was that of a strike aircraft, engaging ground and surface targets while also being suited to intercept enemy aircraft and helicopters if necessary. |
Not too long after work on the project began, the first prototype saw completion and conducted its maiden flight in December 1970. Subsequent prototypes and trials continued testing the aircraft's performance, particularly its novel VTOL capabilities. By 1973, the aircraft was considered ready and serial production commenced. | Not too long after work on the project began, the first prototype saw completion and conducted its maiden flight in December 1970. Subsequent prototypes and trials continued testing the aircraft's performance, particularly its novel VTOL capabilities. By 1973, the aircraft was considered ready and serial production commenced. | ||
− | After some further testing and crew training, the aircraft officially entered service with the Soviet Navy in August 1977, receiving the designation Yak-38. By 1982, over 140 Yak- | + | After some further testing and crew training, the aircraft officially entered service with the Soviet Navy in August 1977, receiving the designation Yak-38. By 1982, over 140 Yak-38’s were built, all of which served aboard the then new Kiev-class aircraft carriers. In the mid 1980’s, the modernized Yak-38M version came into service, most prominently featuring more powerful engines as well as other improvements. About 50 Yak-38M’s were built before the type was ultimately decommissioned in 1991. |
== Media == | == Media == | ||
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== See also == | == See also == | ||
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* ''reference to the series of the aircraft;'' | * ''reference to the series of the aircraft;'' | ||
* ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' --> | * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' --> | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
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* [[wt:en/news/6942-development-yak-38-yak-38m-hover-jet-en|[Development] Yak-38 & Yak-38M: Hover Jet]] | * [[wt:en/news/6942-development-yak-38-yak-38m-hover-jet-en|[Development] Yak-38 & Yak-38M: Hover Jet]] | ||
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{{USSR jet aircraft}} | {{USSR jet aircraft}} |
Revision as of 20:03, 25 November 2020
Contents
Description
The Yak-38M is a rank VI Soviet jet fighter
with a battle rating of 9.3 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "New Power".
General info
Flight performance
Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 0 m - sea level) |
Max altitude (metres) |
Turn time (seconds) |
Rate of climb (metres/second) |
Take-off run (metres) | |||
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AB | RB | AB | RB | AB | RB | |||
Stock | 1,190 | 1,186 | 12500 | 39.6 | 40.7 | 87.3 | 78.7 | 520 |
Upgraded | 1,205 | 1,197 | 36.9 | 38.1 | 124.5 | 102.4 |
Details
Features | |||||
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Combat flaps | Take-off flaps | Landing flaps | Air brakes | Arrestor gear | Drogue chute |
X | ✓ | ✓ | X | X | ✓ |
Limits | ||||||
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Wings (km/h) | Gear (km/h) | Flaps (km/h) | Max Static G | |||
Combat | Take-off | Landing | + | - | ||
1265 | 500 | N/A | 650 | 500 | ~11 | ~5 |
Optimal velocities (km/h) | |||
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Ailerons | Rudder | Elevators | Radiator |
< 650 | < 850 | < 920 | N/A |
Engine performance
Engine | Aircraft mass | |||||
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Engine name | Number | Basic Mass | Wing loading (full fuel) | |||
Tumansky R-28V-300 (main) | 1 | 7,240 kg | 502 kg/m2 | |||
RD-38 (lift jets) | 2 | |||||
Engine characteristics | Mass with fuel (no weapons load) | Max Takeoff Weight | ||||
Weight (each) | Type | 7m fuel | 20m fuel | 23m fuel | ||
1,420 kg (main) | Vectored-thrust low-bypass turbofan | 8,077 kg | 9,631 kg | 9,960 kg | 10,300 kg | |
210 kg (lift jet) | Axial-flow turbojet | |||||
Maximum main engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB) | Thrust to weight ratio in level flight @ 0 m (100%) | |||||
Condition | 100% | WEP | 7m fuel | 20m fuel | 23m fuel | MTOW |
Stationary | 7,120 kgf | N/A | 0.88 | 0.74 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
Optimal | 7,120 kgf (0 km/h) |
N/A | 0.88 | 0.74 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
Maximum lift engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB) | Thrust to weight ratio in VTOL (all 3 engines) @ 0 m (100%) | |||||
Stationary | 3,230 kgf | N/A | 1.68 | 1.41 | 1.36 | 1.31 |
Survivability and armour
The Yak-38 has no armour. It is a fairly large target with the entire fuselage being taken up with engines and fuel tanks.
Armaments
Offensive armament
The Yak-38M is armed with:
- A choice between two presets:
- Without offensive armament
- 1 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannon, wing-mounted (160 rpg)
Suspended armament
The Yak-38M can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total)
- 4 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 1,000 total)
- 10 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
- 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total)
- 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,500 kg total)
- 64 x S-5KP rockets
- 64 x S-5KP rockets
- 96 x S-5KP rockets
- 40 x S-8M rockets
- 2 x S-24B rockets
- 4 x S-24B rockets
- 32 x S-5KP rockets + 2 x S-24B rockets
- 2 x R-60 missiles
- 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total) + 2 x R-60 missiles
- 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x 100 kg OFAB-100 bombs (200 kg total)
- 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
- 2 x R-60 missiles + 32 x S-5KP rockets
- 2 x R-60 missiles + 64 x S-5KP rockets
- 2 x R-60 missiles + 2 x S-24B rockets
- 2 x Kh-23M missiles
Usage in battles
Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).
Modules
Tier | Flight performance | Survivability | Weaponry | |||
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I | Compressor | Fuselage repair | Gun pod VSPU-36 | FAB-250 | UB-16 | |
II | New boosters | Airframe | Gun pod UPK-23-250 | FAB-500 | UB-32 | R-60 |
III | Wings repair | G-suit | Offensive 23 mm | X-23M | B-8M1 | |
IV | Engine | Cover | New 23 mm cannons | C-24 |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- VTOL capabilities
- Numerous payload options
- Offensive 23mm cannon has low ammo for its fire rate, trigger discipline is required
Cons:
- Subsonic
History
Devblog
Although Soviet engineers were experimenting with VTOL fixed wing aircraft design since the early 1960’s, it wasn’t until December 1967 before a formal order to develop a light VTOL strike aircraft as well as a corresponding trainer version was issued. As a result, engineers at the Yakovlev design bureau began work on the new aircraft in the late 1960’s, basing their design on experience gained from developing the preceding Yak-36 - an early VTOL demonstration design.
The new aircraft, designated Yak-36M, was being developed for immediate frontline service, operating both from land bases as well as aircraft-carrying ships. The aircraft’s primary role was that of a strike aircraft, engaging ground and surface targets while also being suited to intercept enemy aircraft and helicopters if necessary.
Not too long after work on the project began, the first prototype saw completion and conducted its maiden flight in December 1970. Subsequent prototypes and trials continued testing the aircraft's performance, particularly its novel VTOL capabilities. By 1973, the aircraft was considered ready and serial production commenced.
After some further testing and crew training, the aircraft officially entered service with the Soviet Navy in August 1977, receiving the designation Yak-38. By 1982, over 140 Yak-38’s were built, all of which served aboard the then new Kiev-class aircraft carriers. In the mid 1980’s, the modernized Yak-38M version came into service, most prominently featuring more powerful engines as well as other improvements. About 50 Yak-38M’s were built before the type was ultimately decommissioned in 1991.
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USSR jet aircraft | |
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Bereznyak-Isayev | BI |
Yakovlev | Yak-15 · Yak-15P · Yak-17 · Yak-23 · Yak-28B · Yak-30D · Yak-38 · Yak-38M · Yak-141 |
Mikoyan-Gurevich | MiG-9 · MiG-9 (l) · MiG-15 · MiG-15bis · MiG-15bis ISh · MiG-17 · MiG-17AS · MiG-19PT |
MiG-21F-13 · MiG-21PFM · MiG-21S (R-13-300) · MiG-21SMT · MiG-21bis | |
MiG-23M · MiG-23ML · MiG-23MLD · MiG-27M · MiG-27K | |
MiG-29 · MiG-29SMT | |
Lavochkin | La-174 · La-15 · La-200 |
Sukhoi | Su-9 · Su-11 |
Su-7B · Su-7BKL · Su-7BMK · Su-17M2 · Su-17M4 · Su-22M3 | |
Su-24M | |
Su-25 · Su-25BM · Su-25K · Su-25T · Su-25SM3 · Su-39 | |
Su-27 · Su-27SM | |
Ilyushin | IL-28 · IL-28Sh |
Tupolev | Tu-14T |