Military Aircraft
Overview
The Mikoyan MiG-35 is an advanced multirole fighter derived from the MiG-29 series. Designed to incorporate updated avionics, sensors, and engines, it represents the latest evolution of the Fulcrum lineage. The aircraft is intended for both domestic and export markets.
Specifications
Units
- Engine
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- Engine type
- -
- Thrust
- 19,800 lbf · 88 kN
- Avionics
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- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 2
- Crew
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- Cabin width
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- Cabin height
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- Cabin length
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- Exterior length
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- Tail height
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- Fuselage diameter
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- Wing span
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- Baggage volume
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- Gross weight
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- Empty weight
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- Max takeoff weight
- 144,500 lb · 65,500 kg
- Max landing weight
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- Max payload
- 5,000 lb · 2,250 kg
- Fuel capacity
- Max cruise speed
- 1,380 kt · 1,588 mph · 2,556 km/h
- Maximum speed
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- Cruise speed
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- Approach speed
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- Range
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- Fuel burn
- 0.89 nm/gal · 0.44 km/L
- Ceiling
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- Rate of climb
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- Takeoff distance
- 400 ft · 120 m
- Landing distance
- 450 ft · 140 m
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Operational Context
Mikoyan MiG-35 — advanced multirole fighter
The MiG-35 program emerged in the 2000s as a modernization of the MiG-29 platform. It incorporates upgraded radar systems, improved engines, and enhanced weapons compatibility. The aircraft was developed to compete in the global market for medium-weight multirole fighters.
Powered by two Klimov RD-33MK turbofan engines producing approximately 19,000 pounds of thrust (84 kN) each with afterburner, the MiG-35 can exceed Mach 2. Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 52,000 pounds (23,500 kg). The aircraft carries a broad range of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons.
The MiG-35 introduces improved avionics and reduced maintenance requirements compared with earlier Fulcrum variants. Although production numbers remain limited, it reflects continued development of Russia’s medium fighter category. The aircraft serves as a modernized successor within the MiG-29 family.