F-100 Super Sabre vs MiG-23 Flogger
The F-100 Super Sabre and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by North American and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,390 km/h for the F-100 Super Sabre vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-100 Super Sabre has an operational range of 3,211 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-100 Super Sabre. The F-100 Super Sabre has been produced in 2,294 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $2M for the F-100 Super Sabre vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-100 Super Sabre first flew 14 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1953 vs 1967).
| American fighter-bomber, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed in Vietnam and the first supersonic in level flight. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | North American |
| First flight | 25 May 1953 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 2294 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| 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 | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1390 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,211 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,587 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-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-100 Super Sabre's 1,390 km/h, a difference of 1,110 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-100 Super Sabre has a longer range at 3,211 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-100 Super Sabre's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the F-100 Super Sabre's 15,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the F-100 Super Sabre's 15.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F-100 Super Sabre at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-100 Super Sabre entered service first in 1954, 16 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-100 Super Sabre or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 2,294 units of the F-100 Super Sabre.