J-21 Jastreb vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The J-21 Jastreb and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by SOKO and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 820 km/h for the J-21 Jastreb vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The J-21 Jastreb has an operational range of 1,520 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 15,600 m compared to 12,000 m for the J-21 Jastreb.

The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 15 years before the J-21 Jastreb (1950 vs 1965).

Yugoslav single-seat, single-engined, light attack aircraft, developed in the mid-1960s and used for ground-attack and reconnaissance missions.
SOKO J-21 Jastreb Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 19 July 1965
Year introduced 1968
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 14 January 1950
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 10649 units
Average unit price $600K
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 10.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 820 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,520 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,100 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 13 kN â—‰
Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1193 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,020 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,210 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,705 kg
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the J-21 Jastreb's 820 km/h, a difference of 373 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the J-21 Jastreb's 1,520 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 15,600 meters (51,181 ft) compared to the J-21 Jastreb's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,210 kg compared to the J-21 Jastreb's 5,100 kg.
Which is larger, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is longer at 11.3 meters compared to the J-21 Jastreb's 10.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-21 Jastreb or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 16 years before the J-21 Jastreb which entered service in 1968.