Multi role single turbofan fighter. Includes the export variant FC-20E (based on 3rd iteration, J-10C).
| Variant |
Launch/First flight |
Production end |
|
| Chengdu J-10A |
1986 / 1998 |
2013 |
Single-seater, single engine, mutlirole fighter, with optional in-flight refuelling probe on starboard side of nose. |
| Chengdu J-10B |
2006 / 2008 |
2015 |
Advanced variant, with strengthened airframer and more powerful engine. |
| Chengdu J-10C |
2010 / 2013 |
|
Further developed J-10B with indigenous AESA fire control radar. Includes export variant: FC-20CE, revealed 2018. |
| Chengdu J-10D |
2018 / 2018 |
|
"Straight-spined" variant with increased electronic warfare capability, and redesigned central fuselage. |
