J-5 Fresco vs MiG-21 Fishbed

Overview

The J-5 Fresco and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 1,130 km/h for the J-5 Fresco vs 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The J-5 Fresco has an operational range of 1,424 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 16,500 m for the J-5 Fresco.

The J-5 Fresco has been produced in 767 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 1 years before the J-5 Fresco (1955 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 supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-21 Fishbed Combat profile drawing
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 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 23.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.2 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 13.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2125 km/h â—‰
Operational range 660 km â—‰
Service ceiling 19,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,625 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,871 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 4,689 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h, a difference of 995 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-5 Fresco has a longer range at 1,424 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the J-5 Fresco's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,625 kg compared to the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is longer at 13.5 meters compared to the J-5 Fresco's 11.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-5 Fresco entered service first in 1956, 2 years before the MiG-21 Fishbed which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 767 units of the J-5 Fresco.