J-15 Flying Shark vs MiG-23 Flogger
The J-15 Flying Shark and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,300 km/h for the J-15 Flying Shark vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-15 Flying Shark has an operational range of 3,500 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-15 Flying Shark operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in 76 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 42 years before the J-15 Flying Shark (1967 vs 2009).
| 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 |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 10 June 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 5047 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 2,300 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 43 years before the J-15 Flying Shark which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-15 Flying Shark or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 76 units of the J-15 Flying Shark.