DefenseUAC releases Su-57 footage showing internal bay with two Kh-58 missiles
United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) on November 9 released video footage of the Su-57 fighter with its internal weapons bay doors open, revealing two Kh-58 anti-radiation missiles at an undisclosed location.
The release comes days ahead of the Dubai Airshow and follows extended messaging from Rostec regarding Su-57 deliveries and updates, as well as recent leaks concerning export activities.
UAC communicated via its Telegram channel: “The intelligence of the designer and the ability of the pilot, power and beauty, technology and superiority. Soon… something that many will admire, a select group—subscribers to our channel—can see now.”
The video shows the T-50-9 test airframe, tail number ‘509’, performing dynamic passes with its bay doors open. According to UAC, the Su-57’s internal bays can carry two R-77M or R-37M air-to-air missiles, or two Kh-69 tactical cruise missiles.
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Mock-ups of the R-74M2 missile were mounted on external hardpoints beneath the wing root extensions, highlighting options for both internal and external carriage.
The UAC is seeking new export contracts for the Su-57, which it considers a 5th generation fighter jet. So far, only Algeria has reportedly secured a deal for the stealth jet, while Russia is attempting to offer it to several countries that maintain good relations with the Putin government, despite pressure from the West.
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