F-105 Thunderchief vs Su-15 Flagon
The F-105 Thunderchief and the Su-15 Flagon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,208 km/h for the F-105 Thunderchief vs 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-105 Thunderchief has an operational range of 1,252 km vs 1,380 km for the Su-15 Flagon. The Su-15 Flagon operates at altitudes up to 17,678 m compared to 14,783 m for the F-105 Thunderchief. The F-105 Thunderchief has been produced in 833 units vs 1,290 for the Su-15 Flagon. Unit cost is $2.7M for the F-105 Thunderchief vs $4M for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-105 Thunderchief first flew 7 years before the Su-15 Flagon (1955 vs 1962).
| 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 interceptor jet, notable for its Cold War service, involved notably in significant incidents such as Korean Air Lines Flight 007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 30 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1290 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 | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,380 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-105 Thunderchief is faster with a maximum speed of 2,208 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 237 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the F-105 Thunderchief's 1,252 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the F-105 Thunderchief's 14,783 meters (48,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-105 Thunderchief has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,834 kg compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-105 Thunderchief is longer at 19.6 meters compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 16.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon 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 Su-15 Flagon?
The F-105 Thunderchief entered service first in 1958, 9 years before the Su-15 Flagon which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-105 Thunderchief or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in greater numbers with 1,290 units compared to 833 units of the F-105 Thunderchief.