J-5 Fresco vs J-7 Fishcan

Overview

The J-5 Fresco and the J-7 Fishcan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 1,130 km/h for the J-5 Fresco vs 2,200 km/h for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-5 Fresco has an operational range of 1,424 km vs 850 km for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-7 Fishcan operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 16,500 m for the J-5 Fresco.

The J-5 Fresco has been produced in 767 units vs 2,400 for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-5 Fresco first flew 10 years before the J-7 Fishcan (1956 vs 1966).

Chinese single-seat jet interceptor and fighter aircraft, derived from the Soviet MiG-17, developed in the mid-1950s and widely operated during the Cold War.
Shenyang J-5 Fresco Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 19 July 1956
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 767 units
Average unit price --
Chinese jet fighter, notable for usage in the late Cold War era, widely deployed in the Third Taiwan Strait Crisis.
Chengdu J-7 Fishcan Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Chengdu
First flight 17 January 1966
Year introduced 1966
Number produced 2400 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1130 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,424 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,939 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 25 kN â—‰
Wing area 24.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.3 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 14.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 850 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 9,100 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,292 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 4,488 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h, a difference of 1,070 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-5 Fresco has a longer range at 1,424 km compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 850 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the J-5 Fresco's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,100 kg compared to the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan is longer at 13.9 meters compared to the J-5 Fresco's 11.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-5 Fresco entered service first in 1956, 10 years before the J-7 Fishcan which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-5 Fresco or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 767 units of the J-5 Fresco.