A-37 Dragonfly vs MiG-17 Fresco
The A-37 Dragonfly and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 816 km/h for the A-37 Dragonfly vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The A-37 Dragonfly has an operational range of 740 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 15,600 m compared to 12,730 m for the A-37 Dragonfly. The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in 577 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $0.16M for the A-37 Dragonfly vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 14 years before the A-37 Dragonfly (1950 vs 1964).
| Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 14 January 1950 |
| Year introduced | 1952 |
| Number produced | 10649 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| Wing area | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,586 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 22.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1193 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,020 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,210 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,705 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h, a difference of 377 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 15,600 meters (51,181 ft) compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 12,730 meters (41,765 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is longer at 11.3 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the A-37 Dragonfly at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 15 years before the A-37 Dragonfly which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 577 units of the A-37 Dragonfly.