Overview
The J-35 is a twin-engine, fifth-generation stealth fighter developed by Shenyang. It grew out of the FC-31 "Gyrfalcon" demonstrator first flown in 2012, and is China's second stealth fighter after the larger J-20.
The naval J-35 has folding wings and a strengthened nose gear for catapult launches from the new carrier Fujian, while the land-based J-35A was revealed for the air force in 2024. Pakistan has been reported as a possible first export customer. Many details, including performance figures, are still secret.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 17.30 m |
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| Wingspan | 11.50 m |
Performance
| Max. Mach | Mach 1.80 |
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Crew & capacity
| Crew | 1 |
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Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
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| Engine model | Guizhou WS-19 / Shenyang WS-21 |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Armament
- Internal weapons bays for PL-10 and PL-15 air-to-air missiles and guided bombs
Photos
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