Kowsar vs MiG-15 Fagot

Overview

The Kowsar and the MiG-15 Fagot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by HESA and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the Kowsar vs 1,075 km/h for the MiG-15 Fagot. The Kowsar has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 2,520 km for the MiG-15 Fagot. The Kowsar operates at altitudes up to 15,800 m compared to 15,500 m for the MiG-15 Fagot.

The Kowsar has been produced in 7 units vs 17,310 for the MiG-15 Fagot. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 71 years before the Kowsar (1947 vs 2018).

Iranian fighter jet based on the Northrop F-5, developed in the early 21st century and utilized for combat and pilot training.
HESA Kowsar Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 August 2018
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 7 units
Average unit price --
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 $200K
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 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 Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Kowsar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 625 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Kowsar has a higher service ceiling at 15,800 meters (51,837 ft) compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Kowsar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,312 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The Kowsar is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 69 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kowsar or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 7 units of the Kowsar.