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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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.