Étendard IVM vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

The Étendard IVM and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.3x the Étendard IVM's 1,099 km/h. The Étendard IVM has an operational range of 3,300 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the Étendard IVM.

The Étendard IVM has been produced in 90 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. The Étendard IVM first flew 11 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1956 vs 1967).

French carrier-borne transonic strike fighter, developed in the 1950s and operated by the French Navy from the 1960s until the late 20th century.
Dassault Étendard IVM Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 24 July 1956
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 90 units
Average unit price --
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
Wing area 28.4 m²
Wingspan 9.6 m
Height 3.9 m
Length 14.4 m
Maximum speed 1099 km/h
Operational range 3,300 km
Service ceiling 15,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 10,200 kg
Empty weight 5,897 kg
Total thrust 1 x 43 kN
Wing area 37.0 m²
Wingspan 14.0 m
Height 4.8 m
Length 16.7 m
Maximum speed 2500 km/h
Operational range 1,150 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg
Empty weight 10,230 kg
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Étendard IVM's 1,099 km/h, a difference of 1,401 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Étendard IVM has a longer range at 3,300 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Étendard IVM's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the Étendard IVM's 10,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the Étendard IVM's 14.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Étendard IVM entered service first in 1962, 8 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Étendard IVM or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 90 units of the Étendard IVM.