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Mikoyan MiG-29

Military
Mikoyan MiG-29

Image: Wikimedia Commons

The MiG-29 emerged in 1977 as a fourth-generation multirole fighter, challenging American air superiority. Twin engines pushed its 17.3-meter frame to 2,450 km/h while maintaining the 1,430-kilometer range needed for independent operations.

Specifications

Role
Air superiority fighter, multirole fighter
Origin
Soviet Union
Crew
1
Engines
2
First flight
1977
Length
17.3 m
Wingspan
11.4 m
Max speed
2,450 km/h
Range
1,430 km