F/A-18 Hornet vs MiG-29 Fulcrum
| American carrier-capable multirole strike fighter, designed in the late 20th century, deployed extensively in a variety of combat roles. | |
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| 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 twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 October 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1600 units |
| Average unit price | $25 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 18,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 285 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a longer range at 2,017 km compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 1,430 km.
Which can fly higher, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 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-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 23,541 kg.
Which is larger, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F/A-18 Hornet is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the F/A-18 Hornet or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum entered service first in 1983, 0 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-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has been produced in greater numbers with 1,600 units compared to 1,480 units of the F/A-18 Hornet.