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Il-2 Sturmovik vs MiG-19 Farmer

Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik combat aircraft side profile drawing
Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-19 Farmer combat aircraft side profile drawing
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Specifications
Il-2 Sturmovik MiG-19 Farmer
Origin country 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Ilyushin Mikoyan-Gurevich
First flight 2 October 1939 18 September 1953
Year introduced 1941 1955
Number produced 36183 units 2172 units
Average unit price -- $2 million
Wing area 38.5 m² 25.2 m²
Wingspan 14.6 m 9.2 m
Height 4.2 m 3.9 m
Length 11.7 m 12.5 m
Maximum speed 410 km/h 1455 km/h
Operational range 765 km 2,200 km
Service ceiling 4,525 m 17,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,360 kg 8,832 kg
Empty weight 4,425 kg 5,447 kg
Total thrust 1 x 1,280 kW 2 x 3,243 kgf
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The Il-2 Sturmovik and the MiG-19 Farmer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Ilyushin and Mikoyan-Gurevich respectively.

The MiG-19 Farmer reaches 1,455 km/h — 3.5:1 the Il-2 Sturmovik's 410 km/h. The Il-2 Sturmovik has an operational range of 765 km vs 2,200 km for the MiG-19 Farmer. The MiG-19 Farmer operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 4,525 m for the Il-2 Sturmovik.

The Il-2 Sturmovik has been produced in 36,183 units vs 2,172 for the MiG-19 Farmer. The Il-2 Sturmovik first flew 14 years before the MiG-19 Farmer (1939 vs 1953).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The MiG-19 Farmer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,455 km/h compared to the Il-2 Sturmovik's 410 km/h, a difference of 1,045 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The MiG-19 Farmer has a longer range at 2,200 km compared to the Il-2 Sturmovik's 765 km.
Which can fly higher, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The MiG-19 Farmer has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the Il-2 Sturmovik's 4,525 meters (14,845 ft).
Which is heavier, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The MiG-19 Farmer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,832 kg compared to the Il-2 Sturmovik's 6,360 kg.
Which is larger, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The MiG-19 Farmer is longer at 12.5 meters compared to the Il-2 Sturmovik's 11.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The Il-2 Sturmovik entered service first in 1941, 14 years before the MiG-19 Farmer which entered service in 1955.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Il-2 Sturmovik or MiG-19 Farmer?
The Il-2 Sturmovik has been produced in greater numbers with 36,183 units compared to 2,172 units of the MiG-19 Farmer.