JF-17 Block-3 -- Updates, News & Discussion

[Dazzler]

There is a specific version of blk 3 too, that will be a huge surprise for the enemy. As if 27th Feb was not enough of a wake up call for them already.

 

[GumNaam]

There is a specific version of blk 3 too, that will be a huge surprise for the enemy. As if 27th Feb was not enough of a wake up call for them already.

Uh, really? Details? Source?

 

[Shane]

There is a specific version of blk 3 too, that will be a huge surprise for the enemy. As if 27th Feb was not enough of a wake up call for them already.

Uh, really? Details? Source?

As posted by @Windjammer:
https://defence.pk/pdf/threads/jf-17b-ew-growler.587580/

And hints from chinese sources allude towards the same:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1111609497057935360

Excerpt from sina.cn:
The two-seat configuration also allows it to be a more efficient electronic warfare platform, or a ground-to-sea precision strike platform. The second seat can accommodate a weapon system officer, conduct electronic attacks or self-defense, operate complex weapons, and pilots focus on flying planes and fighting.

 

[Dazzler]

As posted by @Windjammer:
https://defence.pk/pdf/threads/jf-17b-ew-growler.587580/

And hints from chinese sources allude towards the same:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1111609497057935360

KG600/RKL700A ASPJ already integrated on the blk 2 and delivered. The specific version will be different.

 

[SuperMAG]

KG600/RKL700A ASPJ already integrated on the blk 2 and delivered. The specific version will be different.

Dude stop posting so much info in these forums for God sake, this forum is a bait and source for them.

 

[ziaulislam]

Whats its range when compared to the fighters is has so far replaced, i.e. A-5, F-6 and F-7P?

question should be whats the range of fighters its competing with..
fighters in its class ....which are gripen NG and LCA mk2...

 

[Pakistani Fighter]

Well, I'd say we also consider how the JF-17 isn't like the F-7s or Mirages. I don't mean from an age or generational standpoint, but purely from the fact that the JF-17 is a multi-role fighter. It can do what the Rafale can do, just less: lighter payload, less range, etc. Yes, a smaller radome and lower cost will mean a less capable AESA radar in terms of range and simultaneous engagement, but you can also buy more JF-17s vs an import.

And thanks to its AESA radar, the JF-17 can operate in a EW dense environment.

The rest is now what the performance gap is between the individual sub systems. But if we lack an import weighing funds down, we should be able to spare more on making the JF-17 better.

How many blk IIIs will be made?

 

[Dazzler]

Dude stop posting so much info in these forums for God sake, this forum is a bait and source for them.

This info is available on the internet for ages and everybody knows about it. No classified info is shared, nor discussed here, or at any forum.

Just Google.

How many blk IIIs will be made?

50 single seats, 25 dual seats.

Around 75

 

[Pakistani Fighter]

This info is available on the internet for ages and everybody knows about it. No classified info is shared, nor discussed here, or at any forum.

Just Google.



50 single seats, 25 dual seats.

Around 75

For 72 Rafales, 75 Thunders

 

[Dazzler]

For 72 Rafales, 75 Thunders

In the age of netcentric warfare, they dont operate one vs one anymore.

 

[SD 10]

A question : which block is this?

 

[Code_Geass]

A question : which block is this?

picture looks old and spine look different.

 

[GriffinsRule]

A question : which block is this?

Its an early prototype, not a production model. No DSI or full FBW at that stage. See the fences on the top of the wings

 

[Dazzler]

A question : which block is this?

First flying prototype.

 

[SD 10]

Its an early prototype, not a production model. No DSI or full FBW at that stage. See the fences on the top of the wings

First flying prototype.

Thanks for the clarification. Some keyboard warrior is pitching this bird as a block 3 on FB.