Kowsar vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The Kowsar and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by HESA and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the Kowsar vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The Kowsar has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The Kowsar operates at altitudes up to 15,800 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco.

The Kowsar has been produced in 7 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 68 years before the Kowsar (1950 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, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco Combat profile drawing
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 $600K
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 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 2,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Kowsar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 507 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Kowsar has a higher service ceiling at 15,800 meters (51,837 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Kowsar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,312 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The Kowsar is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 66 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kowsar or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 7 units of the Kowsar.