F-35 Lightning II vs J-20 Mighty Dragon
| American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| China's first stealthy, twin-engine fifth-generation multirole fighter jet | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 11 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2017 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $110 million |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 73.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2130 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 37,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 28,968 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,130 km/h compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 170 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a longer range at 5,500 km compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,000 kg compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon is longer at 21.2 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon is more expensive at approximately $110 million per unit compared to the F-35 Lightning II at $85 million.
Which entered service first, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The F-35 Lightning II entered service first in 2013, 4 years before the J-20 Mighty Dragon which entered service in 2017.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-35 Lightning II or J-20 Mighty Dragon?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 300 units of the J-20 Mighty Dragon.