J-29 Tunnan vs MiG-21 Fishbed
The J-29 Tunnan and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. The MiG-21 Fishbed reaches 2,125 km/h — 2.0x the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h. The J-29 Tunnan has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the J-29 Tunnan. The J-29 Tunnan has been produced in 661 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. Unit cost is $1M for the J-29 Tunnan vs $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The J-29 Tunnan first flew 7 years before the MiG-21 Fishbed (1948 vs 1955).
| Swedish jet fighter, developed during the 1940s, renowned for Cold War operations and United Nations deployment in Congo Conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 September 1948 |
| Year introduced | 1952 |
| Number produced | 661 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 16 June 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 11496 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1060 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,375 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,845 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,753 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 23.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2125 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 660 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,625 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,871 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,689 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h, a difference of 1,065 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-29 Tunnan has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,625 kg compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg.
Which is larger, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is longer at 13.5 meters compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the J-29 Tunnan at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-29 Tunnan entered service first in 1952, 6 years before the MiG-21 Fishbed which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 661 units of the J-29 Tunnan.