J-29 Tunnan vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

The J-29 Tunnan and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.4x the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h. The J-29 Tunnan has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the J-29 Tunnan. At 17,800 kg MTOW, the MiG-23 Flogger is 2.1x the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg.

The J-29 Tunnan has been produced in 661 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $1M for the J-29 Tunnan vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-29 Tunnan first flew 19 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1948 vs 1967).

J-29 Tunnan

Swedish jet fighter, developed during the 1940s, renowned for Cold War operations and United Nations deployment in Congo Conflict.
Saab J-29 Tunnan Combat profile drawing
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
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MiG-23 Flogger

Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-23 Flogger Combat profile drawing
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
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J-29 Tunnan

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 ◉

MiG-23 Flogger

Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m ◉
Height 4.8 m ◉
Length 16.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2500 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,150 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg ◉
Empty weight 10,230 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h, a difference of 1,440 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg.
Which is larger, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the J-29 Tunnan at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-29 Tunnan entered service first in 1952, 18 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-29 Tunnan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 661 units of the J-29 Tunnan.

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