J-16 Qianlong vs SO 4050 Vautour
Overview
The J-16 Qianlong and the SO 4050 Vautour are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Sud Aviation respectively.
Top speed is 2,120 km/h for the J-16 Qianlong vs 1,106 km/h for the SO 4050 Vautour. The J-16 Qianlong has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 1,200 km for the SO 4050 Vautour. The J-16 Qianlong operates at altitudes up to 17,300 m compared to 15,200 m for the SO 4050 Vautour.
The J-16 Qianlong has been produced in 365 units vs 149 for the SO 4050 Vautour. The SO 4050 Vautour first flew 59 years before the J-16 Qianlong (1952 vs 2011).
| 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 | -- |
| French jet-powered multirole aircraft, developed in the 1950s, utilized in combat operations during the Six-Day War by Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sud Aviation |
| First flight | 16 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 149 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| 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 13,600 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1106 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,700 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 1,106 km/h, a difference of 1,014 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong has a higher service ceiling at 17,300 meters (56,758 ft) compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 15,200 meters (49,868 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 21,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 15.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour entered service first in 1956, 59 years before the J-16 Qianlong which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-16 Qianlong or SO 4050 Vautour?
The J-16 Qianlong has been produced in greater numbers with 365 units compared to 149 units of the SO 4050 Vautour.