The Mikoyan MiG-27 'Flogger D'
The Tactical strike devollpment of the Mikoyan MiG-23 'Flogger'
MiG-23 'Flogger' From Richard J. Longchamp's Aviation Archive
The MiG-27 'Flogger D' is a tactical strike devolpment of the MiG-23 'Flogger' it has a longer nose that accomadates a laser rangefinder and desgnator. The MiG-27 can carry either convential loads or full tactical nuclear weapons. In the CAS (Close Air Support) and BAI (Batlefield Air Interdiction) the MiG-27 carries cluster bombs and Anti-Armour missiles, usual battle loads include two AA-11 'Archer' AAM's, for self defense. Desgned to fly "nap of the earth" the MiG-27 has terrain following radar. The MiG-27 'Flogger D' can also be used in the maritime strike role. Carrying ASuW missiles.
| Origin: | Mikoyan Design Bureau | ||
| Type: | Tactical Strike Fighter | ||
| Crew: | Pilot | ||
| First Flight: | 19 | ||
| Engine(s): | 1x Tumansky afterburning turbofan | ||
| Thrust: | Each w/ kg ( lbs) | ||
| Max. Speed: | (1 568 mph) w/Afterburner | ||
| Cruising Speed: | |||
| Range: | Km (1 305 miles) | ||
| Ceilling: | m (75 500 ft) | ||
| Rate of Climb: | |||
| Height: | (18' 6") | ||
| Length: | 15.7 m (51.02 ft) | ||
| Width: | 7.15 m (23.23 ft) | ||
| Weight(loaded): | kg (90 725 lbs) | ||
| Cannon: | |||
| Air-Air: | 2x AA-11 'Archer' (wingtip)' | ||
| Air-Surface: | Cluster Bombs, ASuW missiles, anti-armour missiles | ||
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