Harrier vs MiG-15 Fagot

The Harrier and the MiG-15 Fagot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,183 km/h for the Harrier vs 1,075 km/h for the MiG-15 Fagot. The Harrier has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 2,520 km for the MiG-15 Fagot. The MiG-15 Fagot operates at altitudes up to 15,500 m compared to 14,996 m for the Harrier. The Harrier has been produced in 380 units vs 17,310 for the MiG-15 Fagot. Unit cost is $24M for the Harrier vs $0.2M for the MiG-15 Fagot. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 21 years before the Harrier (1947 vs 1968).

British vertical and short takeoff and landing jet, known for Falklands War deployments and Cold War service.
British Aerospace Harrier Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer British Aerospace
First flight 28 December 1968
Year introduced 1969
Number produced 380 units
Average unit price $24 million
Soviet jet fighter-bomber, famous for its role in the Korean War, widely deployed for air superiority and interception missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-15 Fagot Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 19 December 1947
Year introduced 1949
Number produced 17310 units
Average unit price $0.2 million
Wing area 18.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.7 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 13.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1183 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,996 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,530 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 8,618 kgf â—‰
Wing area 20.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 10.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1075 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,520 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,105 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,580 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,700 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Harrier is faster with a maximum speed of 1,183 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 108 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the Harrier's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a higher service ceiling at 15,500 meters (50,853 ft) compared to the Harrier's 14,996 meters (49,199 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Harrier has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Harrier is longer at 13.9 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Harrier is more expensive at approximately $24 million per unit compared to the MiG-15 Fagot at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 20 years before the Harrier which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harrier or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 380 units of the Harrier.