Kowsar vs J-11 Responsive Dragon
Overview
The Kowsar and the J-11 Responsive Dragon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by HESA and Shenyang respectively.
Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the Kowsar vs 2,500 km/h for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The Kowsar has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 3,530 km for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The J-11 Responsive Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,500 m compared to 15,800 m for the Kowsar. At 33,000 kg MTOW, the J-11 Responsive Dragon is 3.5x the Kowsar's 9,312 kg.
The Kowsar has been produced in 7 units vs 442 for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The J-11 Responsive Dragon first flew 20 years before the Kowsar (1998 vs 2018).
| Iranian fighter jet based on the Northrop F-5, developed in the early 21st century and utilized for combat and pilot training. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 August 2018 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Chinese modernized variant of the Soviet Su-27 Flanker twin-engine combat aircraft. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 1 January 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 442 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wing area | 17.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,312 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,349 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 52.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,530 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 16,380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,650 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Kowsar's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 800 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a longer range at 3,530 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,500 meters (60,695 ft) compared to the Kowsar's 15,800 meters (51,837 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the Kowsar's 9,312 kg.
Which is larger, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the Kowsar's 14.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon entered service first in 1998, 20 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kowsar or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has been produced in greater numbers with 442 units compared to 7 units of the Kowsar.