J-15 Flying Shark vs J-16 Qianlong
The J-15 Flying Shark and the J-16 Qianlong are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Shenyang respectively. Top speed is 2,300 km/h for the J-15 Flying Shark vs 2,120 km/h for the J-16 Qianlong. The J-15 Flying Shark has an operational range of 3,500 km vs 3,000 km for the J-16 Qianlong. The J-15 Flying Shark operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 17,300 m for the J-16 Qianlong. The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in 76 units vs 365 for the J-16 Qianlong. The J-15 Flying Shark first flew 2 years before the J-16 Qianlong (2009 vs 2011).
| Chinese carrier-based twin-engine multirole fighter, developed from the Su-33, in use by the Chinese Naval Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 1 August 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 76 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Chinese multirole strike fighter, developed from the Shenyang J-11, used by the Chinese Air Force since 2015. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 365 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 67.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 25,000 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 62.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2120 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 27,200 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-15 Flying Shark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 2,120 km/h, a difference of 180 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 17,300 meters (56,758 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-16 Qianlong has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 33,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 21.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-15 Flying Shark entered service first in 2013, 2 years before the J-16 Qianlong which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-15 Flying Shark or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-16 Qianlong has been produced in greater numbers with 365 units compared to 76 units of the J-15 Flying Shark.