Shenyang FC-31 fighter performance 'leaked' online

[nadeemkhan110]

The posting on Chinese websites of possible performance data for the Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC) FC-31 fifth-generation fighter indicates it could pose a commercial threat to Western and Russian fighter manufacturers.
A modified version of SAC's J-31 technology development fighter, an FC-31 model made its second appearance at the Beijing Air Show in mid-September. However, as at its debut appearance at the November 2014 Airshow China at Zhuhai, the Aviation Industries Corporation of China (AVIC) did not provide data on the aircraft.
On 15 September FC-31 performance data was posted anonymously online. The data reads like descriptive information intended for internal Chinese distribution and was apparently deemed not sensitive enough to be deleted by China's formidable internet censors. Other sources suggest it could have been released at the Beijing Air Show.
Apparently semi-approved internet revelations of otherwise classified data happen frequently, as the J-31's gradual revelation from 2010 to 2012 illustrate. However, the unofficial nature of such data deservedly prompts questions about its credibility.
For example, in the absence of more data on the FC-31's true empty weight, internal fuel capacity, and engine efficiency, some Chinese observers questioned claims that the "internal fuel combat radius" for a fighter of its size could be as much as 1,200 km.
However, the reported maximum engine thrust figure of "88.29 kn" or 9 tons, does conform with statements made by Chinese officials to IHS Jane's at the 2015 Paris Air Show that China was testing a new 9-ton medium thrust turbofan on the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17 fighter. Thought to be an improved version of the WS-13 Taishan turbofan reportedly developed from the Russian Klimov 8.29-ton thrust RD-33 turbofan, it will power versions of the single-engine FC-1 and the twin-engine FC-31.
The data posted online describes the FC-31 as "designed for high survivability, low radar detectability, low IR (infrared) signature, and excellent capabilities for electronic counter measures".
Sources:
Shenyang FC-31 fighter performance 'leaked' online - IHS Jane's 360

 

[nadeemkhan110]

haha who is voting for j-35
sorry my mistake

 

[BATTLE FIELD]

if its between stealth and BVR then F-22
if its between dogfight then its PAK-FA super maneuverability

he he... sorry if i hurt you.

 

[nadeemkhan110]

if its between stealth and BVR then F-22
if its between dogfight then its PAK-FA super maneuverability

he he... sorry if i hurt you.

and if its about both?

 

[BATTLE FIELD]

and if its about both?

its too apply with my first post

PAK-FA VS F-22
if its between stealth and BVR then F-22
if its between dogfight and within visual range then its PAK-FA super maneuverability

 

[nadeemkhan110]

However, the reported maximum engine thrust figure of "88.29 kn" or 9 tons, does conform with statements made by Chinese officials to IHS Jane's at the 2015 Paris Air Show that China was testing a new 9-ton medium thrust turbofan on the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17 fighter. Thought to be an improved version of the WS-13 Taishan turbofan reportedly developed from the Russian Klimov 8.29-ton thrust RD-33 turbofan, it will power versions of the single-engine FC-1 and the twin-engine FC-31.

I Think J-31 is a Stealth VERSION of JF-17 with dual engine Long Range

 

[Muhammad Omar]

Pakistan is not gonna have T-50 (India is Getting that)
Pakistan is not gonna have J-20 (for China Only)
What is J-35? i think it's F-35.... (too Costly)
Su-35 is a 4.5 Generation (nothing Confirmed about the deal just talks)
TAI TFX is just in design Phase
J-31 is a decade away only few prototypes are there

This is just a model no prototype of this version yet like i said J-31 is almost a decade away

I Think J-31 is a Stealth VERSION of JF-17 with dual engine Long Range

There is no Stealth version of JF-17 yet... J-31 is totally totally another jet....

 

[somebozo]

It resembles very much with Noortop YF-23 prototype...

 

[nadeemkhan110]

There is no Stealth version of JF-17 yet... J-31 is totally totally another jet....

However, the reported maximum engine thrust figure of "88.29 kn" or 9 tons, does conform with statements made by Chinese officials to IHS Jane's at the 2015 Paris Air Show that China was testing a new 9-ton medium thrust turbofan on the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17 fighter. Thought to be an improved version of the WS-13 Taishan turbofan reportedly developed from the Russian Klimov 8.29-ton thrust RD-33 turbofan, it will power versions of the single-engine FC-1 and the twin-engine FC-31.

It resembles very much with Noortop YF-23 prototype...

yes little bit

 

[Muhammad Omar]

However, the reported maximum engine thrust figure of "88.29 kn" or 9 tons, does conform with statements made by Chinese officials to IHS Jane's at the 2015 Paris Air Show that China was testing a new 9-ton medium thrust turbofan on the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17 fighter. Thought to be an improved version of the WS-13 Taishan turbofan reportedly developed from the Russian Klimov 8.29-ton thrust RD-33 turbofan, it will power versions of the single-engine FC-1 and the twin-engine FC-31.


yes little bit

Man they are talking about Engines.... JF-17 and J-31 will have the same engine in Future.... It's not that J-31 is Stealth Version of JF-17

 

[nadeemkhan110]

Pakistan is not gonna have T-50 (India is Getting that)

We also can get it

Pakistan is not gonna have J-20 (for China Only)

China can sell every thing to pak

Man they are talking about Engines.... JF-17 and J-31 will have the same engine in Future.... It's not that J-31 is Stealth Version of JF-17

That's what I am saying

 

[ghauri05]

yaaar..J-31 looks a small plane...how many missiles it can carry? Is it the right option for future PAF...when others have J-20,Pak-Fa,F-35,F-22 etc

 

[nadeemkhan110]

yaaar..J-31 looks a small plane...how many missiles it can carry? Is it the right option for future PAF...when others have J-20,Pak-Fa,F-35,F-22 etc

as per wikipedia
Shenyang J-31
Aircraft model
The Shenyang J-31 is a twin-engine mid-size fifth generation fighter currently under development by SAC. A photo of a model labeled F-60 was posted on the Internet in September 2011. Wikipedia
Top speed: 2,200 km/h
Wingspan: 12 m
Length: 17 m
Manufacturer: Shenyang Aircraft Corporation

 

[C130]

It resembles very much with Noortop YF-23 prototype...

in what way

for me the two look nothing alike.

 

[James David]

I have a question, it's good that Pakistan Air Force is/are getting these jets.. But can the country really afford it!? I mean it's not that Pakistan has a very good economy nowadays. These jets would cost considerable amount and will very much drain the limited resources the country has. Don't get me wrong, a strong Pakistan is good for the region.

@Syed.Ali.Haider , @Armstrong , @C130 your inputs gentlemen..