F-15EX Eagle II vs MiG-17 Fresco
The F-15EX Eagle II and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. The F-15EX Eagle II reaches 3,062 km/h — 2.6x the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h. The F-15EX Eagle II has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-15EX Eagle II operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 36,741 kg MTOW, the F-15EX Eagle II is 7.1x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg. The F-15EX Eagle II has been produced in 17 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $150M for the F-15EX Eagle II vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 71 years before the F-15EX Eagle II (1950 vs 2021).
| Advanced American multirole fighter derived from the F-15 Advanced Eagle export lineage, featuring a digital fly-by-wire system, AESA radar, and a 12-missile air-to-air capacity — replacing the F-15C/D in USAF service from 2024. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 2 February 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 17 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions. | |
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| 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 |
| Wing area | 56.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 3062 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,272 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,741 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 16,103 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 38 kN ◉ |
| 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-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15EX Eagle II is faster with a maximum speed of 3,062 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,869 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the F-15EX Eagle II's 1,272 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15EX Eagle II is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-15EX Eagle II is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 72 years before the F-15EX Eagle II which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15EX Eagle II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 17 units of the F-15EX Eagle II.