J-5 Fresco vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

The J-5 Fresco and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 1,130 km/h for the J-5 Fresco vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The J-5 Fresco has an operational range of 1,424 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The J-5 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 16,500 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco.

The J-5 Fresco has been produced in 767 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 6 years before the J-5 Fresco (1950 vs 1956).

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 --
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 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 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 â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h, a difference of 63 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,424 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The J-5 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 16,500 meters (54,133 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The J-5 Fresco has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco is longer at 11.3 meters compared to the J-5 Fresco's 11.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 4 years before the J-5 Fresco which entered service in 1956.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 767 units of the J-5 Fresco.