J-35 carrier fighter (PLAN) thread
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Given 3506 is probably one of the earliest prototypes I don't think it can accurately reflect how a production model would be.
Is it, though? AFAIK there are four known prototypes (3501, 3503, 3505 and 3506), with 3506 having been first observed only this year.
An interesting comparison between the J-35 and the J-35a. While it may not be entirely accurate, it still offers a helpful overview to see the differences side by side:
How accurate are the different specifications between the J-35 and J-35A
I'd take those with a big grain of salt. Some numbers might be fairly accurate since the photos from Zhuhai likely allowed for decent measurements, but others are probably just rough estimates at best. In some cases, like the max takeoff weight, they're primarily guesswork.
I mostly posted it to highlight the visual differences more clearly.
I'm aware that the J-35 has larger control surfaces and longer wingspan than the J-35, but it also seems have a longer chord?. The leading edge root seems to sit further forward relative to the landing gear doors
Why is the J-20 so shiny and the J-35 is matte? I thought they'd use the same coating