F-15 Eagle vs MiG-21 Fishbed

Overview

The F-15 Eagle and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15 Eagle vs 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The F-15 Eagle has an operational range of 3,971 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The F-15 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 19,000 m for the MiG-21 Fishbed. At 30,844 kg MTOW, the F-15 Eagle is 3.6x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.

The F-15 Eagle has been produced in 1,198 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. Unit cost is $29M for the F-15 Eagle vs $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 17 years before the F-15 Eagle (1955 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-21 Fishbed

Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-21 Fishbed Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 16 June 1955
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 11496 units
Average unit price $2 million
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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-21 Fishbed

Wing area 23.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.2 m ◉
Height 4.1 m ◉
Length 13.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 2125 km/h ◉
Operational range 660 km ◉
Service ceiling 19,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 8,625 kg ◉
Empty weight 4,871 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 4,689 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 2,125 km/h, a difference of 530 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 19,000 meters (62,335 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30,844 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The F-15 Eagle is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 18 years before the F-15 Eagle which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 1,198 units of the F-15 Eagle.

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