F-15 Eagle vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The F-15 Eagle and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The F-15 Eagle reaches 2,655 km/h — 2.2x the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h. The F-15 Eagle has an operational range of 3,971 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-15 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 30,844 kg MTOW, the F-15 Eagle is 5.9x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The F-15 Eagle has been produced in 1,198 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $29M for the F-15 Eagle vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 22 years before the F-15 Eagle (1950 vs 1972).

F-15 Eagle

American twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter, prominent during Cold War, deployed extensively in Middle East conflicts.
McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 27 July 1972
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 1198 units
Average unit price $29 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 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-15 Eagle

Wing area 56.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.1 m ◉
Height 5.6 m ◉
Length 19.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 2655 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,971 km ◉
Service ceiling 19,812 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 30,844 kg ◉
Empty weight 12,701 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 7,915 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-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,462 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 2,020 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30,844 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15 Eagle is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 24 years before the F-15 Eagle which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 1,198 units of the F-15 Eagle.

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