F-111 Aardvark vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

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).

F-111 Aardvark

American tactical bomber, active during Cold War and significant use in Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for its variable-sweep wings.
General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark combat aircraft side profile drawing
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
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MiG-23 Flogger

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 aircraft side 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
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F-111 Aardvark

Wing area 61.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.2 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 22.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 2655 km/h ◉
Operational range 5,940 km ◉
Service ceiling 20,117 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 45,359 kg ◉
Empty weight 21,400 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 8,119 kgf ◉

MiG-23 Flogger

Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m ◉
Height 4.8 m ◉
Length 16.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2500 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,150 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg ◉
Empty weight 10,230 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf ◉

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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.

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