F-111 Aardvark vs MiG-23 Flogger
The F-111 Aardvark and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-111 Aardvark vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-111 Aardvark has an operational range of 5,940 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-111 Aardvark operates at altitudes up to 20,117 m compared to 18,000 m for the MiG-23 Flogger. At 45,359 kg MTOW, the F-111 Aardvark is 2.5x the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg. The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in 563 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $15M for the F-111 Aardvark vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-111 Aardvark first flew 3 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1964 vs 1967).
| American tactical bomber, active during Cold War and significant use in Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for its variable-sweep wings. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| First flight | 21 December 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 563 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | 61.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,940 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,117 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,359 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 21,400 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 16,238 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-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 2,500 km/h, a difference of 155 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark has a longer range at 5,940 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher service ceiling at 20,117 meters (66,000 ft) compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,359 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark is longer at 22.4 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-111 Aardvark entered service first in 1967, 3 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-111 Aardvark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 563 units of the F-111 Aardvark.