F-104 Starfighter vs Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot

Overview

The F-104 Starfighter and the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Sukhoi respectively.

Top speed is 2,500 km/h for the F-104 Starfighter vs 2,135 km/h for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The F-104 Starfighter has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,350 km for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot operates at altitudes up to 16,800 m compared to 15,240 m for the F-104 Starfighter.

The F-104 Starfighter has been produced in 2,578 units vs 1,150 for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-104 Starfighter vs $5M for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The F-104 Starfighter first flew 4 years before the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot (1954 vs 1958).

F-104 Starfighter

American supersonic interceptor, notable for Cold War operations, deployed extensively by NATO and several other international air forces.
Lockheed F-104 Starfighter Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 4 March 1954
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 2578 units
Average unit price $1.4 million
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Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot

Soviet interceptor, operational during the Cold War, renowned for deployments in the Defense of the USSR.
Sukhoi Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 20 June 1958
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 1150 units
Average unit price $5 million
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F-104 Starfighter

Wing area 18.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 6.4 m ◉
Height 4.1 m
Length 16.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2500 km/h ◉
Operational range 680 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,240 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 13,170 kg
Empty weight 6,350 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 4,536 kgf ◉

Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot

Wing area 26.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m ◉
Height -- m
Length 16.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2135 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,350 km ◉
Service ceiling 16,800 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 8,750 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 9,060 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-104 Starfighter is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 2,135 km/h, a difference of 365 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-104 Starfighter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,170 kg compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the F-104 Starfighter at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-104 Starfighter entered service first in 1958, 1 years before the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot which entered service in 1959.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-104 Starfighter or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-104 Starfighter has been produced in greater numbers with 2,578 units compared to 1,150 units of the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot.

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