GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily
Head-to-head

Atlas Cheetah vs J-7 Fishcan

Atlas Cheetah combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇿🇦 Atlas Cheetah
Chengdu J-7 Fishcan combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇨🇳 J-7 Fishcan
Change comparison vs
Specifications
Atlas Cheetah J-7 Fishcan
Origin country 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Atlas Chengdu
First flight 16 July 1986 17 January 1966
Year introduced 1986 1966
Number produced 38 units 2400 units
Average unit price -- $2 million
Wing area 34.8 m² 24.9 m²
Wingspan 8.2 m 8.3 m
Height 4.6 m 4.1 m
Length 15.7 m 14.0 m
Maximum speed 2338 km/h 2200 km/h
Operational range 1,300 km 850 km
Service ceiling 17,000 m 17,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 16,500 kg 9,100 kg
Empty weight 7,400 kg 5,292 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 6,598 kgf
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The Atlas Cheetah and the J-7 Fishcan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Atlas and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 2,338 km/h for the Atlas Cheetah vs 2,200 km/h for the J-7 Fishcan. The Atlas Cheetah has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 850 km for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-7 Fishcan operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 17,000 m for the Atlas Cheetah.

The Atlas Cheetah has been produced in 38 units vs 2,400 for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-7 Fishcan first flew 20 years before the Atlas Cheetah (1966 vs 1986).

Related Comparisons
Atlas Cheetah vs MiG-23 Flogger Atlas Cheetah vs F-16 Fighting Falcon Atlas Cheetah vs Su-17 Fitter Atlas Cheetah vs MiG-29 Fulcrum Atlas Cheetah vs A-7 Corsair II Atlas Cheetah vs F/A-18 Hornet

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The Atlas Cheetah is faster with a maximum speed of 2,338 km/h compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 138 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The Atlas Cheetah has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 850 km.
Which can fly higher, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the Atlas Cheetah's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The Atlas Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 9,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The Atlas Cheetah is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 13.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan entered service first in 1966, 20 years before the Atlas Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Atlas Cheetah or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 38 units of the Atlas Cheetah.