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J-31 / FC-31 (Public Debut)
Shenyang · China
The 2014 appearance of the J-31 confirmed China's rapid development of a twin-engine 5th-generation platform. While smaller than the J-20, it features a similar stealth-shaping philosophy and was marketed as a high-performance export alternative to the F-35.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,205 km/h (Mach 1.8) |
| Range | 1,250 km (combat) |
| Ceiling | 16,000 m |
| Engines | 2x RD-93 or WS-13 turbofans |
Armament & Payload
Internal bays; 4x PL-15 missiles; various guided bombs.