Harrier vs MiG-23 Flogger
The Harrier and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.1x the Harrier's 1,183 km/h. The Harrier has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 14,996 m for the Harrier. The Harrier has been produced in 380 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $24M for the Harrier vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 1 years before the Harrier (1967 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 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 | 18.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1183 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 14,996 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,530 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,618 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Harrier's 1,183 km/h, a difference of 1,317 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Harrier has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Harrier's 14,996 meters (49,199 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the Harrier's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the Harrier's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Harrier is more expensive at approximately $24 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Harrier entered service first in 1969, 1 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harrier or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 380 units of the Harrier.