F-5E Tiger II vs MiG-23 Flogger
The F-5E Tiger II and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Northrop and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-5E Tiger II vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-5E Tiger II has an operational range of 891 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,789 m for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in 1,399 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $3M for the F-5E Tiger II vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 5 years before the F-5E Tiger II (1967 vs 1972).
| American fighter jet, used in the Cold War era, notable for its worldwide military deployments, including operation Desert Storm. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop |
| First flight | 11 August 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1399 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 10 June 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 5047 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wing area | 17.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 891 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,789 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,187 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,349 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,176 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 800 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 15,789 meters (51,801 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 11,187 kg.
Which is larger, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F-5E Tiger II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 6 years before the F-5E Tiger II which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-5E Tiger II or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 1,399 units of the F-5E Tiger II.