J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs MiG-23 Flogger
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Chengdu and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,400 km/h for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has an operational range of 1,850 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has been produced in 602 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $45M for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 31 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon (1967 vs 1998).
| Chinese multirole fighter jet, active in the 21st century, used extensively by the PLA Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 23 March 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 602 units |
| Average unit price | $45 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 | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2400 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,278 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,670 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-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 2,400 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,278 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 35 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 602 units of the J-10 Vigorous Dragon.