F-35 vs Russian SU-75 | Fighter Pilot Reacts

About this video

Max compares the Russian Su-75 Checkmate and the F-35 Lightning II in a hypothetical matchup, noting that the Su-75 has not yet entered production despite Russian claims of a 2025 target. He analyzes both aircraft’s capabilities, arguing that the F-35 would have a decisive advantage in beyond visual range combat due to superior stealth and sensor integration. Max suggests that in a dogfight scenario, the outcome would depend on pilot skill, though he believes the F-35’s helmet-mounted display and sensor fusion give it an edge unless the Su-75 features thrust vectoring.

Key takeaways

• Max argues the F-35 would have a significant beyond visual range advantage due to its stealth signature and 360-degree sensor integration through the helmet-mounted display system
• Max suggests that if the Su-75 is produced with thrust vectoring capabilities, it could have a maneuvering advantage in dogfights, though the F-35’s sensor integration would still provide benefits
• Max notes the Su-75’s center stick configuration and traditional HUD are disadvantages compared to the F-35’s side stick and helmet-mounted cueing system, based on his experience flying the F-15E

Episode details: published September 24, 2023 · 29K views · 11:25 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The analysis and commentary described are Max Afterburner’s, attributed to him — his channel includes hypothetical-scenario and news-react content, which is presented as his analysis, not established fact.

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