F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs J-10 Vigorous Dragon
| Taiwanese multirole fighter, operational since the 1990s, combat proven during cross-strait tensions with China. | |
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| Origin country | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AIDC |
| First flight | 28 May 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 137 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Chinese multirole fighter jet, active in the 21st century, used extensively by the PLA Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 23 March 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 602 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2223 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,247 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,486 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,444 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2400 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,278 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,670 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,400 km/h compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 2,223 km/h, a difference of 177 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,278 kg compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo entered service first in 1994, 11 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has been produced in greater numbers with 602 units compared to 137 units of the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo.