F-14 Tomcat vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The F-14 Tomcat and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Grumman and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The F-14 Tomcat reaches 2,485 km/h — 2.1x the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h. The F-14 Tomcat has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-14 Tomcat operates at altitudes up to 17,069 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 33,724 kg MTOW, the F-14 Tomcat is 6.5x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The F-14 Tomcat has been produced in 712 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $38M for the F-14 Tomcat vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 20 years before the F-14 Tomcat (1950 vs 1970).

F-14 Tomcat

American supersonic, twin-engine fighter jet, dominant during the Cold War, extensively deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.
Grumman F-14 Tomcat combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Grumman
First flight 21 December 1970
Year introduced 1972
Number produced 712 units
Average unit price $38 million
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MiG-17 Fresco

Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 14 January 1950
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 10649 units
Average unit price $600K
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F-14 Tomcat

Wing area 52.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.6 m ◉
Height 4.9 m ◉
Length 19.1 m ◉
Maximum speed 2485 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,000 km ◉
Service ceiling 17,069 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 33,724 kg ◉
Empty weight 18,191 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 11,204 kgf ◉

MiG-17 Fresco

Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m ◉
Height 3.8 m ◉
Length 11.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 1193 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,020 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 5,210 kg ◉
Empty weight 3,705 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat is faster with a maximum speed of 2,485 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,292 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 2,020 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat has a higher service ceiling at 17,069 meters (56,000 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,724 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat is longer at 19.1 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-14 Tomcat is more expensive at approximately $38 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 20 years before the F-14 Tomcat which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-14 Tomcat or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 712 units of the F-14 Tomcat.

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