Harrier vs MiG-17 Fresco
The Harrier and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,183 km/h for the Harrier vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The Harrier has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 15,600 m compared to 14,996 m for the Harrier. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the Harrier is 2.2x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg. The Harrier has been produced in 380 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $24M for the Harrier vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 18 years before the Harrier (1950 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, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 14 January 1950 |
| Year introduced | 1952 |
| Number produced | 10649 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 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 | 22.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1193 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,020 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,210 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,705 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the Harrier's 1,183 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the Harrier's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 15,600 meters (51,181 ft) compared to the Harrier's 14,996 meters (49,199 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Harrier has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Harrier is longer at 13.9 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Harrier is more expensive at approximately $24 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 17 years before the Harrier which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harrier or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 380 units of the Harrier.