A-5 Vigilante vs MiG-23 Flogger
The A-5 Vigilante and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by North American and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,123 km/h for the A-5 Vigilante vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The A-5 Vigilante has an operational range of 1,804 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,880 m for the A-5 Vigilante. The A-5 Vigilante has been produced in 167 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $10M for the A-5 Vigilante vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The A-5 Vigilante first flew 9 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1958 vs 1967).
| American supersonic bomber, renowned for Cold War nuclear deterrent role, later adapted for reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | North American |
| First flight | 31 August 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 167 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| 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 |
| Wing area | 65.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,804 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,615 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,870 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,786 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 2,123 km/h, a difference of 377 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-5 Vigilante has a longer range at 1,804 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 15,880 meters (52,099 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-5 Vigilante has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,615 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-5 Vigilante is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-5 Vigilante is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The A-5 Vigilante entered service first in 1961, 9 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 167 units of the A-5 Vigilante.