Explained: What is difference between Rafale and Russia’s Su-35S fighter jet?

New Delhi: Since the report surfaced on the internet that Ukraine media dropped a Russian Su-35S fighter jet with short-range missiles. The military of Ukraine also shared a few photos of a Su-35S multi-role fighter jet.

The twin-tailed fighter jet is famous as a fifth-generation fighter plane. After finding the wreckage of the Su-35S, Ukrainian Air Force experts obtained important information. They also sent the details to the British intelligence agency.

At present, British and American scientists are investigating the secret technology of Russia’s fighter jet.

The equipment and information related to Su-35S have also been sent to the US Nevada for forensic examination. The fall of the aircraft may affect the deal of Russia’s from China.  China signed a USD 2 billion deal with Russia to purchase 24 Sukhoi Su-35S fighter jets in 2015.

However, India, the neighbour of China, is using the Rafale, made by France.

Let us understand the difference between Rafale and Sukhoi Su-35S:

The Sukhoi Su-35S uses the fifth-generation technologies, called Flanker E as per NATO classification. Rafale can reach a maximum speed of Mach 1.8. It carries 190 kg missiles that can shoot at a distance of more than reach 100 km.

Rafale can cover 3700 km in one go. The fighter jet can fly up to a maximum altitude of 50,000 feet.

The Sukhoi Su-35S is an upgraded version of the Su-27 Flanker. It can fly at a maximum speed of Mach 2.25 at higher altitudes. The design of the engine of Su-35S helps it to attack from very wide angles. It can fly at an altitude of 60,000 feet.

The aircraft can travel at a maximum speed of 2,390 km/h.