F/A-18 Hornet vs MiG-23 Flogger

The F/A-18 Hornet and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 Hornet vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F/A-18 Hornet has an operational range of 2,017 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,000 m for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 Hornet has been produced in 1,480 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $29M for the F/A-18 Hornet vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 11 years before the F/A-18 Hornet (1967 vs 1978).

American carrier-capable multirole strike fighter, designed in the late 20th century, deployed extensively in a variety of combat roles.
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 18 November 1978
Year introduced 1983
Number produced 1480 units
Average unit price $29 million
Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-23 Flogger Combat profile drawing
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 38.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.3 m â—‰
Height 4.7 m â—‰
Length 17.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1915 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,017 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,541 kg â—‰
Empty weight 10,433 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 12,700 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/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 585 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a longer range at 2,017 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,541 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F/A-18 Hornet is longer at 17.1 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F/A-18 Hornet is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 13 years before the F/A-18 Hornet which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 1,480 units of the F/A-18 Hornet.