The US describes its F-35 Lightning-II as the world’s most advanced fighter jet, but its price and limited export policies make it challenging for many countries. On the other hand, Russia’s SU-57M1E, which is the version of SU-57. The global defense has started making a splash in the market. It is reported that President Vladimir Putin can offer this jet technology to PM Modi during his visit to India.

If this happens, it can become an affordable option of F-35 for the Air Force of India. At the same time, the SU-57M1E of Russia is not just a fighter jet but the Multirol is a stealth jet. Its features make it stand equal to F-35. Its speed is Mach 2 (2,450 km/h) and can fly up to 3,500 km without refueling. It is equipped with super-cruise capacity. Without afterburner supersonic flight, the stealth remains intact.

SU-57 has N036 Bilaca AESA radar and L-band radar, which can also catch enemy’s stealth aircraft. The thrust vectoring engine gives it more accuracy, which leads to an edge in aerial battle. It has 12 hardpoint 6 internal, so that it can take different missiles and bombs hiding and maintains stealth. Due to these features, SU-57M1E is not just a cheaper alternative to F-35 but a premium combat package.

SU-57M1E price and compared to F-35

Su-57m1e price: 35–40 million dollars per unit (about ₹ 352 crore).

F-35 price: About 70 million dollars (₹ 700 crore).

That is, the price of SU-57M1E is half of F-35. Most importantly – Russia is ready to give its source code and technology transfer to India. This means India will be able to customize it according to its needs, which America does not usually do with its jets.

What options do India have?

Currently SU-30MKI is the backbone of the Indian Air Force. India has a modern jet purchased from Rafael, which bought from France, but in a limited number. Tejas is MK-II indigenous, but is currently in the development stage. AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) India has its own fifth generation stealth jet, but the challenge is that its prototype will be able to fly only by 2035. Exactly it comes as SU-57M1E an option. India has this opportunity to equip its Air Force with 5th generation capacity through SU-57M1E before AMCA is ready by 2035.

India’s dilemma

If India takes SU-57M1E, then it will get a 5th generation jet immediately, but there are risks with it, such as excessive dependence on Russia will have to be more dependent. Impact on strategic relations with Western countries (including America). The priority and funding of India’s AMCA project may be affected. On the other hand, waiting for AmCA will give India completely indigenous and political freedom, but it will get time and heavy investment.

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The world’s most advanced weapons are equipped with 5th generation fighter jets stealth technology, supercruz capacity, advanced sensor fusion and AI based systems, which give the strength to escape from the enemy’s radar. Only three countries in the world, America, Russia and China have these jets operational. But the question is, which of these is the most strong and how far has India’s own 5th generation project reach? Let’s know

America’s powerful fighter jet

First of all, if we talk about America, America has two Dhansu 5th generation jets. F-22 raptor and F-35 Lightning II. F-22 has been in service since 2005. This is a jet that rules the air. If it descends in an operation, then the havoc is fixed for the enemy’s aerial fleet. Its stealth is so tremendous that it makes it almost invisible with radar. The F-22 raptor is only near the Air Force of America. That is, America has not sold it to any country. F-35 has been in the army since 2015, it is multi-roll jet. Wind to air, land attack, everything. This sensor is equipped with fusion, which gives the pilot complete information about the enemy. These jets are connected to networking, meaning one jet can send data to another.

Russia’s fighter jet

Russia’s SU-57 Falal has been in service since 2020. Russian company Sukhoi has a fifth generation multi -roll fighter jet. This is a twin engine jet, which fly at 2 speed. This jet is designed for air fighting, land attack on land and strike on marine goals. But in the stealth it is behind America. Its radar cross section (RCS) is large, that is, more visible on the radar.

China fighter jet

China’s J-20 Myte Dragon is operational from 2017. It is also a twin engine, a 2-speed long-range jet. The frame and internal weapons with its textured angle helps protect it from the radar. This largely resembles America’s F-22 and F-35. China’s strength is in number and range, but America is ahead in quality.

Who is the most powerful

Currently, the US has F-22 and F-35, Russia has SU-57 and China has J-20. Of these, America’s F-22 raptor was once called the deadliest fighter. But America’s F-35 is the most modern and most expensive fighter aircraft to date, which is estimated to be more than $ 1.7 trillion.

Where did India reach

India has taken an important step towards design and developing the AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) 5th generation aircraft in the country. DRDO’s ADA is designing. It will have a single seat, twin engine, fighter aircraft. The Advanced Stealth coatings and internal weapon bay will be in American and Russian aircraft. Currently, India has Sukhoi-30 MKI, but AMCA will be able to compete with enemy’s stealth aircraft with the fifth Jane. Being indigenous, maintenance will be easier and low cost. This project costing 15 thousand crores is expected to be delivered by 2035.

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Amid tension from Pakistan, India is working fast on the plan to buy modern -day modern fighter aircraft. This step is being taken because Swadeshi Amca (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) It may take time to get ready.

IAF It wants to ensure that if neighboring countries like China and Pakistan have state -of -the -art weapons, then India also should not lag behind in any sense. Let us know that the fifth generation fighter aircraft are not only equipped with stealth technology (rescue from radar), but they also have superior avionics, supersonic cruise, and multirol capabilities.

Danger bell from enemy country

China is already working on 6th generation fighter aircraft. Pakistan to Pakistan J-31 Or FC-31 Like can supply aircraft. In such a situation, India needs advance aircraft for its northern and western borders, which can respond with full force during any danger.

How many aircraft will India buy?

IAF It is planned to buy 2 to 3 squadrons, ie about 40 to 60 fighter jets. A squadron consists of an average of 18 to 20 aircraft. Defense Secretary R.K. The committee headed by Singh has recognized the immediate requirement of these aircraft and with their involvement, India’s strategic position will be further strengthened on the northern and western borders.

What options do India have?

India currently has two main options. India can buy fighter jets from two countries of the world. America and Russia may be mainly involved in this. F-35 Lightning II America’s most advanced fighter is Jet. It includes capabilities of stealth capability and network centric warfare Is. America already Already to NATO countries and Japan F-35 Lightning II Has given Second option of Russia SU-57 Fighter jet can be. These Multirol fighter with stealth and supersonic capacity Is jet India first Fgfa Has been part of the project, whichSU-57 Is the Indian version of. Russia is now ready to negotiate this again.

India’s view

Although the government has not yet approved any one option, but high-level dialogue continues with both countries. The final decision will be made keeping in mind the strategic, technical and diplomatic aspects.

Make in India and 4.5+ generation fighter aircraft

India not only wants to take a fighter jet from abroad, but now wants to build 114 state -of -the -art 4.5+ generation fighter jet in the country in collaboration with foreign companies under the Make in India Project. Its aim is to promote the domestic defense industry. Self -reliant is to move towards India. Future needs have to be met at the Indian level.

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