F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs MiG-23 Flogger
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,223 km/h for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 16,764 m for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has been produced in 137 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $30M for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 22 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo (1967 vs 1989).
| 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 |
| 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 | 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—‰ |
| 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-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 2,223 km/h, a difference of 277 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger 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 MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 24 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 137 units of the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo.