MiG-29 Fulcrum — Fast, Agile, Lethal
Born in the skies of the Cold War, the Mikoyan MiG-29 is a 4th-generation Soviet fighter designed to dominate air combat. Nicknamed “Fulcrum” by NATO, it blends blistering speed, razor-sharp maneuverability, and deadly weaponry into one sleek machine.

⚙ Specs at a Glance

Role: Multirole Fighter (Air Superiority + Ground Attack)

Top Speed: Mach 2.25 (~2,400 km/h)

Engines: 2 × Klimov RD-33 turbofans

Range: ~1,430 km (internal fuel)

Service Ceiling: 18,000 m

Armament:

30mm GSh-30-1 cannon

R-73 “Archer” short-range IR missiles

R-27 “Alamo” medium-range missiles

Rockets, bombs, & precision-guided munitions

🎯 Why It’s Iconic
The MiG-29’s thrust-to-weight ratio lets it climb like a rocket and pull high-G turns most jets can’t match. Its helmet-mounted sight gave Soviet pilots a huge edge in dogfights, allowing them to lock and launch missiles simply by looking at their target — long before Western fighters caught up.

🛡 Combat Proven
From the late 1980s onward, the Fulcrum has flown in dozens of air forces worldwide — from Eastern Europe to Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Its rugged design allows it to operate from rough runways and forward bases, keeping it in the fight when others would be grounded.

💬 Fun Fact
In tight maneuvers, the MiG-29’s engines create a distinctive twin plume and the aircraft can pull a Cobra-style pitch to force overshoots — a nightmare for any tailing enemy.