A-37 Dragonfly vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

The A-37 Dragonfly and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 3.1x the A-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h. The A-37 Dragonfly has an operational range of 740 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 12,730 m for the A-37 Dragonfly. At 17,800 kg MTOW, the MiG-23 Flogger is 2.8x the A-37 Dragonfly's 6,350 kg.

The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in 577 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $0.16M for the A-37 Dragonfly vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The A-37 Dragonfly first flew 3 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1964 vs 1967).

A-37 Dragonfly

Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations.
Cessna A-37 Dragonfly Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 1 October 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 577 units
Average unit price $160K
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MiG-23 Flogger

Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-23 Flogger Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 10 June 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 5047 units
Average unit price $4 million
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A-37 Dragonfly

Wing area 17.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.9 m ◉
Height 2.7 m ◉
Length 8.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 816 km/h ◉
Operational range 740 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,730 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 6,350 kg ◉
Empty weight 2,817 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 1,293 kgf ◉

MiG-23 Flogger

Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m ◉
Height 4.8 m ◉
Length 16.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2500 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,150 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg ◉
Empty weight 10,230 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h, a difference of 1,684 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 12,730 meters (41,765 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the A-37 Dragonfly at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-37 Dragonfly entered service first in 1967, 3 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 577 units of the A-37 Dragonfly.

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