GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily
Head-to-head

J-15 Flying Shark vs Typhoon

Shenyang J-15 Flying Shark combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇨🇳 J-15 Flying Shark
Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇩🇪🇪🇸🇬🇧🇮🇹 Typhoon
Change comparison vs
Specifications
J-15 Flying Shark Typhoon
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇩🇪 Germany🇪🇸 Spain🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇮🇹 Italy
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang Eurofighter
First flight 1 August 2009 27 March 1994
Year introduced 2013 2003
Number produced 76 units 589 units
Average unit price -- $90 million
Wing area 67.8 m² 51.2 m²
Wingspan 14.7 m 11.0 m
Height 5.9 m 5.3 m
Length 22.3 m 16.0 m
Maximum speed 2300 km/h 2495 km/h
Operational range 3,500 km 2,900 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m 16,765 m
Max. takeoff weight 33,000 kg 23,500 kg
Empty weight 17,500 kg 11,000 kg
Total thrust 2 x 12,500 kgf 2 x 6,116 kgf
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The J-15 Flying Shark and the Typhoon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Eurofighter respectively.

Top speed is 2,300 km/h for the J-15 Flying Shark vs 2,495 km/h for the Typhoon. The J-15 Flying Shark has an operational range of 3,500 km vs 2,900 km for the Typhoon. The J-15 Flying Shark operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 16,765 m for the Typhoon.

The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in 76 units vs 589 for the Typhoon. The Typhoon first flew 15 years before the J-15 Flying Shark (1994 vs 2009).

Related Comparisons
Typhoon vs F-35 Lightning II J-15 Flying Shark vs F-35 Lightning II J-15 Flying Shark vs F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet J-15 Flying Shark vs Su-30 Flanker-C J-15 Flying Shark vs J-10 Vigorous Dragon J-15 Flying Shark vs JL-8

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 2,300 km/h, a difference of 195 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the Typhoon's 2,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the Typhoon's 16.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-15 Flying Shark or Typhoon?
The Typhoon entered service first in 2003, 10 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 Typhoon?
The Typhoon has been produced in greater numbers with 589 units compared to 76 units of the J-15 Flying Shark.