A-5 Vigilante vs MiG-29 Fulcrum
The A-5 Vigilante and the MiG-29 Fulcrum 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 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The A-5 Vigilante has an operational range of 1,804 km vs 1,430 km for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The MiG-29 Fulcrum operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 15,880 m for the A-5 Vigilante. The A-5 Vigilante has been produced in 167 units vs 1,600 for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. Unit cost is $10M for the A-5 Vigilante vs $25M for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The A-5 Vigilante first flew 19 years before the MiG-29 Fulcrum (1958 vs 1977).
| 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 twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 October 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1600 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 65.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,804 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,880 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,615 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,870 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,893 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,430 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,000 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 2,123 km/h, a difference of 77 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The A-5 Vigilante has a longer range at 1,804 km compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 1,430 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 15,880 meters (52,099 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The A-5 Vigilante has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,615 kg compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 24,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The A-5 Vigilante is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 17.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the A-5 Vigilante at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The A-5 Vigilante entered service first in 1961, 22 years before the MiG-29 Fulcrum which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-5 Vigilante or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has been produced in greater numbers with 1,600 units compared to 167 units of the A-5 Vigilante.