Sukhoi Su-17
ManufacturerSukhoi, Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aircraft Production Association
The Sukhoi Su-17 (Russian: Су-17; NATO reporting name: Fitter) is a variable-sweep wing fighter-bomber developed for the Soviet military. Developed from the Sukhoi Su-7, the Su-17 was the first variable-sweep wing aircraft to enter Soviet service and featured updated avionics. The aircraft also has variants which were designed for export such as the Sukhoi Su-22 and the less popular Su-20.
It was produced from 1967 to 1990. The Su-17/20/22 series had a long career and has been operated by many air forces, including those of the Soviet Union and other members of the Warsaw Pact, countries in the Arab world, Angola and Peru.
Although the Su-17 was capable of carrying nuclear weapons, it was used in roles ranging from close-air support to ground attack.
It was produced from 1967 to 1990. The Su-17/20/22 series had a long career and has been operated by many air forces, including those of the Soviet Union and other members of the Warsaw Pact, countries in the Arab world, Angola and Peru.
Although the Su-17 was capable of carrying nuclear weapons, it was used in roles ranging from close-air support to ground attack.
