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J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs Su-30 Flanker-C

Overview

The J-10 Vigorous Dragon and the Su-30 Flanker-C are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Chengdu and Sukhoi respectively.

Top speed is 2,400 km/h for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs 2,125 km/h for the Su-30 Flanker-C. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has an operational range of 1,850 km vs 3,000 km for the Su-30 Flanker-C. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 17,500 m for the Su-30 Flanker-C.

The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has been produced in 602 units vs 630 for the Su-30 Flanker-C. Unit cost is $45M for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs $37M for the Su-30 Flanker-C. The Su-30 Flanker-C first flew 9 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon (1989 vs 1998).

Chinese multirole fighter jet, active in the 21st century, used extensively by the PLA Air Force and Navy.
Chengdu J-10 Vigorous Dragon combat aircraft side profile drawing
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
Russian multirole fighter, renowned for deployments since the 1990s, widely used in diverse combat operations worldwide.
Sukhoi Su-30 Flanker-C combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 30 December 1989
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 630 units
Average unit price $37 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 62.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 21.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2125 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,700 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 12,497 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,400 km/h compared to the Su-30 Flanker-C's 2,125 km/h, a difference of 275 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The Su-30 Flanker-C has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Su-30 Flanker-C's 17,500 meters (57,414 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The Su-30 Flanker-C has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 19,278 kg.
Which is larger, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The Su-30 Flanker-C is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the Su-30 Flanker-C at $37 million.
Which entered service first, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or Su-30 Flanker-C?
The Su-30 Flanker-C entered service first in 1996, 9 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 Su-30 Flanker-C?
The Su-30 Flanker-C has been produced in greater numbers with 630 units compared to 602 units of the J-10 Vigorous Dragon.