CF-105 Arrow vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The CF-105 Arrow and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Avro and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 2,103 km/h for the CF-105 Arrow vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The CF-105 Arrow has an operational range of 483 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The CF-105 Arrow operates at altitudes up to 16,154 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 31,120 kg MTOW, the CF-105 Arrow is 6.0x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The CF-105 Arrow has been produced in 5 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $3M for the CF-105 Arrow vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 8 years before the CF-105 Arrow (1950 vs 1958).

CF-105 Arrow

Canadian interceptor fighter, developed during the Cold War, cancelled before operational deployment.
Avro CF-105 Arrow Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Avro
First flight 25 March 1958
Year introduced --
Number produced 5 units
Average unit price $3 million
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MiG-17 Fresco

Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 14 January 1950
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 10649 units
Average unit price $600K
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CF-105 Arrow

Wing area 113.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.0 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m â—‰
Length 23.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2103 km/h â—‰
Operational range 483 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,154 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 31,120 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,245 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf â—‰

MiG-17 Fresco

Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1193 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,020 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,210 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,705 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The CF-105 Arrow is faster with a maximum speed of 2,103 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 910 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 483 km.
Which can fly higher, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The CF-105 Arrow has a higher service ceiling at 16,154 meters (52,998 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The CF-105 Arrow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,120 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The CF-105 Arrow is longer at 23.7 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The CF-105 Arrow is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 5 units of the CF-105 Arrow.

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