F-15 Eagle vs Su-27 Flanker
| American twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter, prominent during Cold War, deployed extensively in Middle East conflicts. | |
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| 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 |
| Soviet-originated multirole fighter, distinguished for deployments during the Cold War, globally utilized in air superiority missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 20 May 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 680 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wing area | 56.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,971 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30,844 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,830 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 62.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,530 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 16,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,340 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 2,500 km/h, a difference of 155 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 3,530 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 18,500 meters (60,695 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30,844 kg compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 30,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the F-15 Eagle's 19.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the F-15 Eagle at $29 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle entered service first in 1976, 8 years before the Su-27 Flanker which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-15 Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,198 units compared to 680 units of the Su-27 Flanker.