F-1 / T-2 vs MiG-23 Flogger

The F-1 / T-2 and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mitsubishi and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-1 / T-2 vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-1 / T-2 has an operational range of 2,870 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,240 m for the F-1 / T-2. The F-1 / T-2 has been produced in 77 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $22M for the F-1 / T-2 vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 4 years before the F-1 / T-2 (1967 vs 1971).

Japanese jet fighter-bomber, most prevalent during the Cold War, notably deployed for defense and patrol missions in Japan.
Mitsubishi F-1 / T-2 Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mitsubishi
First flight 20 July 1971
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 77 units
Average unit price $22 million
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 21.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.9 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,870 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,197 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,272 kgf â—‰
Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 16.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2500 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,150 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 10,230 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-1 / T-2's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 800 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-1 / T-2 has a longer range at 2,870 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-1 / T-2's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the F-1 / T-2's 12,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-1 / T-2 is longer at 17.9 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-1 / T-2 is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 7 years before the F-1 / T-2 which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-1 / T-2 or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 77 units of the F-1 / T-2.