F-22 Raptor vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The F-22 Raptor and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The F-22 Raptor reaches 2,414 km/h — 2.0x the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 38,000 kg MTOW, the F-22 Raptor is 7.3x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 47 years before the F-22 Raptor (1950 vs 1997).

F-22 Raptor

American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War.
Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 7 September 1997
Year introduced 2005
Number produced 195 units
Average unit price $150 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-22 Raptor

Wing area 78.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.6 m ◉
Height 5.1 m ◉
Length 18.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 2414 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,000 km ◉
Service ceiling 19,812 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 38,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 19,700 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 15,876 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-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,221 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 2,020 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor 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-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-22 Raptor 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-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 53 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.

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