Buccaneer vs MiG-21 Fishbed

Overview

The Buccaneer and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-21 Fishbed reaches 2,125 km/h — 2.0x the Buccaneer's 1,040 km/h. The Buccaneer has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 12,200 m for the Buccaneer. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the Buccaneer is 3.2x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.

The Buccaneer has been produced in 211 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. Unit cost is $2.5M for the Buccaneer vs $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 3 years before the Buccaneer (1955 vs 1958).

Buccaneer

British carrier-borne attack aircraft, notable for service in the Cold War, extensively deployed in Gulf War operations.
Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley Buccaneer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley
First flight 30 April 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 211 units
Average unit price $2.5 million
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MiG-21 Fishbed

Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-21 Fishbed Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 16 June 1955
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 11496 units
Average unit price $2 million
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Buccaneer

Wing area 47.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.4 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 19.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1040 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 14,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,035 kgf â—‰

MiG-21 Fishbed

Wing area 23.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.2 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 13.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2125 km/h â—‰
Operational range 660 km â—‰
Service ceiling 19,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,625 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,871 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 4,689 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the Buccaneer's 1,040 km/h, a difference of 1,085 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The Buccaneer has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the Buccaneer's 12,200 meters (40,026 ft).
Which is heavier, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The Buccaneer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The Buccaneer is longer at 19.3 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The Buccaneer is more expensive at approximately $2.5 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 4 years before the Buccaneer which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Buccaneer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 211 units of the Buccaneer.

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