Gomig-21
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So which R-77 or K-77 do we use?
We have what the Russians call:
RVV-AE (izdeliye 190) – Export model of the R-77. The missile has a maximum range of 80 kilometers (50 mi) with 22.5 kg warhead
Why they didn't purchase the:
RVV-SD – Export model of the R-77-1. The missile has a maximum range of 110 kilometers (68 mi) with 22.5 kg warhead
And why they chose to get only the AE variant and not the BETTER SD variant puzzles the daylights out of me.
Now before anyone starts claiming they do or must have the SD in stock just that they don't show it, I don't believe that and we haven't seen a single picture with any of the MiG-29M/Ms carrying the SD variant. Even in Russia they were testing the AE model and all the available pics in Egypt are also the AE model.
When I get some more time, I'll be happy to show you the distinct difference between the two and how I was able to determine that only the AE is in the EAF inventory.
With all these sanctions? Will USA let us buy new MIGs or even Russia have the capability despite all these sanctions to build more aircraft?