CF-105 Arrow vs MiG-21 Fishbed

Overview

The CF-105 Arrow and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Avro and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 2,103 km/h for the CF-105 Arrow vs 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The CF-105 Arrow has an operational range of 483 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 16,154 m for the CF-105 Arrow. At 31,120 kg MTOW, the CF-105 Arrow is 3.6x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.

The CF-105 Arrow has been produced in 5 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. Unit cost is $3M for the CF-105 Arrow vs $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 3 years before the CF-105 Arrow (1955 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-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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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-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 CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 2,103 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a longer range at 660 km compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 483 km.
Which can fly higher, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 16,154 meters (52,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The CF-105 Arrow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,120 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The CF-105 Arrow is longer at 23.7 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The CF-105 Arrow is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CF-105 Arrow or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 5 units of the CF-105 Arrow.

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