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J-20 Mighty Dragon vs Typhoon

Overview

The J-20 Mighty Dragon and the Typhoon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Chengdu and Eurofighter respectively.

Top speed is 2,130 km/h for the J-20 Mighty Dragon vs 2,495 km/h for the Typhoon. The J-20 Mighty Dragon has an operational range of 5,500 km vs 2,900 km for the Typhoon. The J-20 Mighty Dragon operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 16,765 m for the Typhoon.

The J-20 Mighty Dragon has been produced in 300 units vs 589 for the Typhoon. Unit cost is $110M for the J-20 Mighty Dragon vs $90M for the Typhoon. The Typhoon first flew 17 years before the J-20 Mighty Dragon (1994 vs 2011).

China's first stealthy, twin-engine fifth-generation multirole fighter jet
Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Chengdu
First flight 11 January 2011
Year introduced 2017
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $110 million
European multirole fighter, renowned for service in multinational military operations since late 20th century, noted for superior air-to-air and air-to-surface capabilities.
Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Eurofighter
First flight 27 March 1994
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 589 units
Average unit price $90 million
Wing area 73.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.0 m â—‰
Height 4.7 m â—‰
Length 21.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2130 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 20,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 37,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 14,484 kgf â—‰
Wing area 51.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.0 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 16.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2495 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,900 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,765 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 11,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,116 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the J-20 Mighty Dragon's 2,130 km/h, a difference of 365 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a longer range at 5,500 km compared to the Typhoon's 2,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,000 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon is longer at 21.2 meters compared to the Typhoon's 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The J-20 Mighty Dragon is more expensive at approximately $110 million per unit compared to the Typhoon at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The Typhoon entered service first in 2003, 14 years before the J-20 Mighty Dragon which entered service in 2017.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-20 Mighty Dragon or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has been produced in greater numbers with 589 units compared to 300 units of the J-20 Mighty Dragon.