F-105 Thunderchief vs MiG-23 Flogger
The F-105 Thunderchief and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,208 km/h for the F-105 Thunderchief vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-105 Thunderchief has an operational range of 1,252 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 14,783 m for the F-105 Thunderchief. The F-105 Thunderchief has been produced in 833 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $2.7M for the F-105 Thunderchief vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-105 Thunderchief first flew 12 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1955 vs 1967).
| American supersonic fighter-bomber, notably deployed during the Vietnam War for nuclear strike and conventionally armed ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Republic |
| First flight | 22 October 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 833 units |
| Average unit price | $2.7 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 | 35.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2208 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,252 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,783 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,834 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,470 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,798 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-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-105 Thunderchief's 2,208 km/h, a difference of 292 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-105 Thunderchief has a longer range at 1,252 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-105 Thunderchief's 14,783 meters (48,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-105 Thunderchief has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,834 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-105 Thunderchief is longer at 19.6 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F-105 Thunderchief at $2.7 million.
Which entered service first, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-105 Thunderchief entered service first in 1958, 12 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-105 Thunderchief or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 833 units of the F-105 Thunderchief.