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Adnan Ashraf

Air DefenseAir Defense SystemsAir Power and AviationDefense & AerospaceUncategorized
Image of the Russian Su-75 Checkmate stealth fighter mockup next to historical schematics of the F-14 Tomcat. Text overlay reads: "160km Radar Range? The True Math Behind the Su-75.

Underwhelming Avionics? An Analysis of Alleged Su-75 “Checkmate” Radar Specifications

Introduction The Sukhoi Su-75 “Checkmate,” first unveiled at the MAKS-2021 air show, has been positioned by the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) as a cost-effective, fifth-generation light tactical fighter aimed primarily at the export market. Marketing materials have consistently touted its high operational range, payload capacity, and advanced avionics suite. However, recent documentation surfacing within defense ...

Adnan Ashraf

Artillery & Missile SystemsBallistic MissilesConflicts and WarsModern Military Technology
A Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile mounted beneath a Russian MiG-31K aircraft. The missile is designed for hypersonic speeds exceeding Mach 10 and precision engagement of high-value targets.

Russia’s Missile Production and Costs: Insights from Reported Leaked Documents

A Ukrainian source has reportedly obtained access to classified Russian documents detailing procurement contracts for a wide range of missile systems. While the authenticity of the documents remains unverified and the files themselves have not been made public, the information offers a detailed look into Russia’s missile production volumes, costs, and modernization priorities for 2024–2026. ...