J-15 Flying Shark vs Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin

The J-15 Flying Shark and the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,300 km/h for the J-15 Flying Shark vs 2,500 km/h for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The J-15 Flying Shark has an operational range of 3,500 km vs 3,300 km for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The J-15 Flying Shark operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in 76 units vs 1 for the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin. The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin first flew 12 years before the J-15 Flying Shark (1997 vs 2009).

Chinese carrier-based twin-engine multirole fighter, developed from the Su-33, in use by the Chinese Naval Air Force.
Shenyang J-15 Flying Shark Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 1 August 2009
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 76 units
Average unit price --
Russian experimental supersonic fighter jet, designed in the late 20th century, yet never deployed to operational service.
Sukhoi Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 25 September 1997
Year introduced --
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price $75 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 12,500 kgf â—‰
Wing area 61.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.2 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m â—‰
Length 22.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2500 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 35,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 16,375 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,598 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin 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 Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin's 3,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin 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 Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin 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 Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 22.3 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin?
The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in greater numbers with 76 units compared to 1 units of the Su-47 "Berkut" Firkin.