Russia’s first all-new airliner after the Soviet era was built around a Western supply chain, and that choice defined both its rise and its stall. The Superjet 100 is a five-abreast, 87 to 103 seat regional jet with full fly-by-wire controls and PowerJet SaM146 engines, developed by Sukhoi Civil Aircraft and now managed by Yakovlev within United Aircraft Corporation.
Roughly 230 were built, and almost all active aircraft fly with Russian carriers such as Rossiya, Azimuth, Red Wings and Yamal. An import-substituted version, the SJ-100 with Aviadvigatel PD-8 engines, is working through Russian certification.
Sukhoi Superjet 100 Specifications
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company, now Yakovlev (United Aircraft Corporation); final assembly at Komsomolsk-on-Amur |
| Type | Twin-engine, single-aisle regional jet |
| First flight | May 19, 2008 |
| Certification | IAC AR type certificate January 28, 2011; EASA validation February 3, 2012 (suspended in 2022) |
| Production status | SaM146-powered production halted after 2022 sanctions; import-substituted SJ-100 in certification, targeted for late 2026 to early 2027 |
| Units built | Approximately 230 |
| Engine(s) | 2x PowerJet SaM146-1S17 or -1S18 turbofan, 7,684 to 7,900 daN (about 17,300 to 17,800 lbf) takeoff thrust |
| Max range | 1,645nm (3,048km) basic; 2,470nm (4,578km) long range (LR) |
| Cruise speed | Approximately 470 KTAS; maximum operating Mach 0.81 |
| Max operating altitude | 40,000ft |
| Takeoff distance | 5,679ft (1,731m) basic at MTOW; 6,732ft (2,052m) LR at MTOW |
| Landing distance | 5,348ft (1,630m) at maximum landing weight |
| Max takeoff weight (MTOW) | 45,880 kg (101,150 lb) basic; 49,450 kg (109,020 lb) LR |
| Max landing weight | 41,000 kg (90,390 lb) |
| Dimensions | Length 29.94m (98.2ft); wingspan 27.80m (91.2ft); height 10.28m (33.7ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 15,805 L usable (12,327 kg) |
| Passenger capacity | 87 to 98 typical; 103 maximum certified |
| Crew | 2 pilots; 2 to 3 cabin crew depending on seat count |
| Price (new) | No current Western list price; export sales ended in 2022 |
| Operating cost | Not published for current operators |
History and Overview
Development and Background
Sukhoi announced the Russian Regional Jet (RRJ) program in 2000, and the Russian government selected it in 2003 as the national regional airliner project. Boeing acted as a consultant during development, and Western suppliers provided most of the major systems. Alenia Aeronautica later took a 25 percent stake in Sukhoi Civil Aircraft and formed SuperJet International in Venice to sell and support the jet outside Russia.
The prototype first flew from Komsomolsk-on-Amur on May 19, 2008. Russian certification followed in January 2011, Armavia of Armenia flew the first revenue service that April, and Aeroflot introduced the type in June 2011. EASA validated the design in February 2012, the first time a Russian airliner had earned European large aircraft certification.
Export success stayed limited. Interjet in Mexico became the largest foreign operator before it stopped flying in 2020, and CityJet in Ireland operated a small fleet for several years.
Design and Performance
The Superjet uses a 35 degree swept low wing, a five-abreast cabin and full fly-by-wire flight controls, a first in the 100-seat class. Thales supplied the avionics, Honeywell the APU, Liebherr the flight control actuation and Parker the hydraulics. The PowerJet SaM146 engine came from a joint venture between Safran and NPO Saturn.
The basic RRJ-95B carries 98 passengers over roughly 1,645nm, while the LR version stretches that to about 2,470nm at a higher MTOW. A maximum operating Mach of 0.81 and a 40,000ft ceiling put it in the same performance band as the Embraer E190.
The SaM146 sits in long-duct nacelles tuned for low noise, and the engine and airframe were developed together rather than adapted from an existing powerplant. Ground clearance under the nacelles is modest, which shapes operator procedures on contaminated and unpaved surfaces.
Variants
- RRJ-95B (SSJ100 basic): Baseline production model with SaM146-1S17 engines and a 45,880 kg MTOW.
- RRJ-95LR (SSJ100 LR): Long-range version with SaM146-1S18 engines and a 49,450 kg MTOW.
- RRJ-95B-100 (SSJ100 B100): Basic-weight aircraft fitted with the higher-thrust SaM146-1S18.
- Sukhoi Business Jet: Corporate and VIP conversion of the LR airframe, delivered in small numbers to government and charter operators.
- SJ-100: Import-substituted derivative with Aviadvigatel PD-8 engines and Russian avionics and systems. The PD-8 prototype first flew in March 2025, and the engine received its Russian type certificate in June 2026.
Operators
Rossiya, part of the Aeroflot Group, operates the largest fleet. Azimuth, Red Wings, Yamal, Gazpromavia, IrAero and Yakutia also fly the type, alongside Russian state agencies, including the EMERCOM emergencies ministry, which flies VIP-configured aircraft. Aeroflot itself operated more than 50 before transferring the fleet to Rossiya.
Current Status
Western sanctions in 2022 cut off support for the SaM146, Thales avionics and other foreign systems, and EASA suspended its type certificate. Serial production of the original configuration stopped as a result.
Yakovlev has since rebuilt the aircraft around Russian components. The first two production PD-8 engines were delivered in August 2026, and Russian officials now expect SJ-100 certification between late 2026 and the first quarter of 2027. Russian tire makers are also qualifying domestic replacements for the main and nose gear tires.
The government target calls for 142 SJ-100s by 2030. In April 2026 the industry ministry said 26 of 42 contracted aircraft were in various stages of assembly at Komsomolsk-on-Amur, with the first 12 well advanced.
Sukhoi Superjet 100 Landing Gear and Tires
Landing Gear Configuration
Safran Landing Systems (formerly Messier-Dowty) supplies the integrated retractable tricycle gear, including extension, retraction and steering systems. The steerable nose gear carries two unbraked wheels and retracts forward, while each main gear leg carries two braked wheels with Goodrich wheel and brake assemblies.
The certified configuration uses radial tyres in both positions: 40×14.5R19 on the mains and 24×7.7R10 on the nose. A four-wheel main bogie was offered as an option for rough-field operation but is not part of the certified configuration listed on the EASA data sheet.
In the 2019 Aeroflot Flight 1492 accident at Moscow Sheremetyevo, the main gear failed during a hard, bounced landing, and the fuel fire that followed killed 41 people. The accident brought close scrutiny of main gear separation behavior on the type.
Sukhoi Superjet 100 Tire Specifications
| Nose wheel tire size | 24×7.7R10 (wheel H24x7.7-10) |
| Main gear tire size | 40×14.5R19 (wheel H40x14.5-19) |
| Ply rating | 16PR nose / 24PR main |
| Speed rating | 225 mph, nose and main |
| Tire pressure | Refer to the aircraft maintenance manual |
| Compatible brands | Michelin Air X (radial), nose and main; Russian-made tires qualified for the SJ-100 program |
| Part numbers | See Approved and Compatible Brands below |
Tire data is taken from EASA type certificate data sheet IM.A.176, Issue 04. Always verify tire size, ply and speed rating against the aircraft maintenance manual, the illustrated parts catalog and applicable airworthiness directives before ordering, since modification status can change tire requirements.
Main Gear Tires
Four 40×14.5R19 24-ply radials carry a 45,880 to 49,450 kg aircraft, with the 225 mph rating covering LR takeoff speeds at maximum weight. Regional jet cycles are short and frequent, so main tires see heavy braking and turning wear relative to flight hours.
Nose Wheel Tire
The two nose tires are 24×7.7R10 16-ply radials, a size shared with other regional aircraft. The nose wheels are unbraked, so wear comes mainly from steering and taxi loads rather than braking.
Approved and Compatible Brands
The following DMI part numbers match the size, ply rating and speed rating listed on the EASA data sheet:
- Michelin Air X: M12601 (H40x14.5R19, 24PR, 225 mph, main gear)
- Michelin Air X: M18201 (24×7.7R10, 16PR, 225 mph, nose gear)
Bias-ply tires in the same nominal main gear size are not listed on the data sheet and should not be fitted without approval. Supply of aircraft parts to operators in Russia and Belarus is restricted under US, EU and UK export controls.
FAQs
Is the Sukhoi Superjet 100 still in production?
Not in its original form. Production of the SaM146-powered aircraft stopped after 2022 sanctions, and the import-substituted SJ-100 with PD-8 engines is expected to complete Russian certification between late 2026 and early 2027. Tires for the existing fleet remain in production.
What are the Sukhoi Superjet 100 specifications?
Key figures are two SaM146 turbofans, a 45,880 kg basic MTOW (49,450 kg LR), a 40,000ft ceiling, Mach 0.81 maximum operating speed and 87 to 103 seats. The specifications table above lists the full set.
What is the range of the Sukhoi Superjet 100?
The basic aircraft flies about 1,645nm (3,048km), and the LR version about 2,470nm (4,578km), with a typical passenger load.
What is the Sukhoi Superjet 100 price?
No current Western list price exists, since export sales ended in 2022. Pricing for the SJ-100 is set in Russian government-backed contracts and has not been published in a form comparable to Western list prices.
Where can I find a Sukhoi Superjet 100 for sale?
Western listing platforms such as AVPRO, Controller and JetNet rarely carry the type, since nearly all airframes are in Russia and subject to sanctions. Former Interjet and CityJet aircraft have largely been stored or returned to Russia.
What interior options does the Sukhoi Superjet 100 offer?
Airline cabins are five-abreast with 3+2 economy seating and 2+2 business class, typically 87 seats in two classes or 98 to 103 in a single class. The Sukhoi Business Jet offered VIP layouts with lounges, bedrooms and far fewer seats.
What is the Sukhoi Superjet 100 landing distance?
Landing field length is 5,348ft (1,630m) at maximum landing weight, sea level and standard conditions. Takeoff field length is 5,679ft (1,731m) for the basic version and 6,732ft (2,052m) for the LR.
What tire size does the Sukhoi Superjet 100 use?
The main gear uses 40×14.5R19 24-ply radials and the nose gear uses 24×7.7R10 16-ply radials, both rated to 225 mph. Verify against the maintenance manual and parts catalog for the individual aircraft.
Which tire brands are approved for the Sukhoi Superjet 100?
Michelin Air X radials match the data sheet in both positions. Russian manufacturers YaShZ Avia and the Altai Tire Plant have developed domestic tires for the fleet and the SJ-100.
How much do Sukhoi Superjet 100 tires cost?
Radial airliner tires in these sizes are priced per unit by brand and specification. Current pricing for the Michelin part numbers is shown on the product pages linked above.
What is the tire pressure for the Sukhoi Superjet 100?
Inflation pressure depends on aircraft weight variant and tire specification and is published in the maintenance manual. Use the figure in the aircraft maintenance manual for the installed tire.
How long do Sukhoi Superjet 100 tires last?
Main tires on regional jets typically deliver a few hundred landings per tread, depending on runway surface, braking technique and taxi distances. Radial main tires are commonly retreaded, which extends total casing life.
How often should Sukhoi Superjet 100 tires be changed?
Change a tire when tread reaches the wear limit, or when cuts, bulges, flat spots or heat damage exceed maintenance manual limits. Operators set specific intervals in their maintenance programs, and a licensed engineer makes the final call.
