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It has been reported that the first development batch of Russia's new Su-75 Checkmate stealth fighter is set to begin production in 2026. Yet, that might not happen.
The highly-touted Russian Sukhoi Su-75 "Checkmate" could still be years from making its first flight, but it seems that Moscow continues to seek foreign buyers for its bargain basement "fifth-generation" fighter.
Russia's Su-75 Checkmate stealth fighter was pitched as a low-cost alternative to the F-22 and other stealth platforms. And yet, it may never fly.
Reports from Russian state media have suggested that Sukhoi was working on three variants of the Su-75: a single-seater, a two-seater, and an unmanned version.
Experienced observers of Russia’s defense sector point out that the US-led sanctions have a disproportionate effect on aerospace production, more so than any other sector.