Yak-130M Russian Light Combat Aircraft
Light Combat Aircraft/ Trainer
Other
Basic Information
Name
Yak-130M Russian Light Combat Aircraft
Designation
—
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Light Combat Aircraft/ Trainer
Manufacturer
Irkut Corporation Sokol Aircraft Plant
Date of Introduction
2024
Description
The Yak-130M Russian Light Combat Aircraft was developed to expand its combat capabilities and enhance its competitiveness in the international market. The primary focus of this modernization is to address the needs of foreign partners seeking an alternative to heavier and more expensive aircraft. The upgraded aircraft will now feature air-to-air missiles and high-precision air-to-ground weapons with satellite and laser guidance systems. These enhancements enable the Yak-130M to serve as a light fighter while maintaining its primary role as a training aircraft.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
Turbofan (2500 hp)
Max Speed
950.0 km/h
Range
1610.0 km
Service Ceiling
12500 m
Wingspan
9.85 m
Payload Capacity
3000 kg
System
Alternate Designation(s)
Yak-130M
Type
Light Combat Aircraft/ Trainer
Manufacturer
Irkut Corporation Sokol Aircraft Plant
Crew
2 ea
Number of Engines
2 ea
Number of Hard Points
9 ea
Payload Capacity
3,000 kg
Communication System
1 x KSS-130 communications system.
Optical Laser
1 x SOLT-130K optical-laser thermal television system
Dimensions
Length
11.49 m
Height
4.64 m
Wingspan
9.85 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight
10,290 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
2 × Ivchenko-Progress AI-222-25 turbofan engines
Engine Type
Turbofan
Engine Power
2,500 kgf each engine
Maximum Range
1,610 kilometers, which can be extended to 2,265 kilometers with external fuel tanks.
Maximum Speed
950 km/h
Service Ceiling
12,500 m
Armament
Note
The Yak-130M serves not only as a training aircraft but is also capable of conducting light attack and reconnaissance missions. It can carry a wide range of weapons, including air-to-air and air-to-surface missiles, bombs, and gun pods, with a maximum payload of 3,000 kg. Equipped with nine hardpoints, the Yak-130 can be employed in light combat roles, such as counter-insurgency operations. Although it is a subsonic aircraft, it provides an affordable option for smaller air forces that need a versatile platform for both training and combat operations.
Protection
Radar
1 x BRLS-130R onboard radar station
Defense System
1 x President-S130 onboard defense system
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Fixed Wing Aircraft
Air > Fixed Wing Aircraft
Filter Label
Y
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
11.49 m
Width
9.85 m
Height
4.64 m
Weight
10290 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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