Alphajet vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

The Alphajet and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault-Bréguet/Dornier and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.5x the Alphajet's 1,000 km/h. The Alphajet has an operational range of 1,095 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 14,630 m for the Alphajet. At 17,800 kg MTOW, the MiG-23 Flogger is 2.4x the Alphajet's 7,500 kg.

The Alphajet has been produced in 480 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $8M for the Alphajet vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 6 years before the Alphajet (1967 vs 1973).

Alphajet

French-German trainer jet, known for North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) pilot training, used particularly from late 1970s onward.
Dassault-Bréguet/Dornier Alphajet Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault-Bréguet/Dornier
First flight 26 October 1973
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 480 units
Average unit price $8 million
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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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Alphajet

Wing area 17.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.1 m â—‰
Height 4.2 m â—‰
Length 13.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1000 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,095 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,630 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,515 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,350 kgf â—‰

MiG-23 Flogger

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 Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Alphajet's 1,000 km/h, a difference of 1,500 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the Alphajet's 1,095 km.
Which can fly higher, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Alphajet's 14,630 meters (47,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the Alphajet's 7,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the Alphajet's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Alphajet is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 8 years before the Alphajet which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Alphajet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 480 units of the Alphajet.

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