F-101 Voodoo vs MiG-23 Flogger

The F-101 Voodoo and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,825 km/h for the F-101 Voodoo vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-101 Voodoo has an operational range of 2,450 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 17,800 m for the F-101 Voodoo. The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in 807 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $2M for the F-101 Voodoo vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-101 Voodoo first flew 13 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1954 vs 1967).

American supersonic jet fighter, used extensively during the Cold War, significant for its reconnaissance roles in the Cuban Missile Crisis.
McDonnell Douglas F-101 Voodoo Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 29 September 1954
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 807 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.
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 34.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.1 m â—‰
Height 5.5 m â—‰
Length 20.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1825 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,450 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,770 kg â—‰
Empty weight 12,925 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 10,866 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-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 1,825 km/h, a difference of 675 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-101 Voodoo has a longer range at 2,450 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 17,800 meters (58,398 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,770 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-101 Voodoo is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F-101 Voodoo at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-101 Voodoo entered service first in 1959, 11 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-101 Voodoo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 807 units of the F-101 Voodoo.