Western F-35 could have a hard competitor in a short time: the furtive hunting su-57, which has just achieved its first foreign buyer, Algeria. In addition to this country, the model could also be acquired by India and North Korea, according to speculation, What has raised doubts about whether Russia could be trying to create a global fighter network, Like F-35.
However, the plane, which has a lower number of operational units than its western competitor, has not been tested too much, So it is unlikely to end up reaching the same success, at least for now. The purchase announcement was made during a 2025 Aero Indian defense exhibition, by the head of Rosoboronexport, Aleksandr Mijéev, where Russia presented to the public its new gadget.
One of the problems facing this new Russian model is that, despite having possible international buyers, there are still doubts about the country’s ability to to be able to face the increase in production. “In the event that there is interest among many foreign countries in acquiring the SU-57, which is in no way secured, it seems unlikely that Russia has the infrastructure and the ability to increase production,” said the media
In addition, it is not known exactly what your demand will be, because not having been proven to a large extent (unlike the F-35), LThe risks and advantages of this model are almost unknown.
Differences between F-35 and SU-57 Felon
First, the SU-57 is larger than the F-35. As indicated by its dimensions, the felon is longer and has a larger size. Regarding the capacity, both have only one space for a pilot, although the SU-57 weighs more than the F-35. As for its price, the SU-57 is slightly cheaper than its American competitor, due in part to its lower technological complexity.
