J-5 Fresco vs MiG-23 Flogger
Overview
The J-5 Fresco and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.
The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.2x the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h. The J-5 Fresco has an operational range of 1,424 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 16,500 m for the J-5 Fresco. At 17,800 kg MTOW, the MiG-23 Flogger is 3.0x the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
The J-5 Fresco has been produced in 767 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-5 Fresco first flew 11 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1956 vs 1967).
| 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. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 19 July 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 767 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h, a difference of 1,370 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-5 Fresco has a longer range at 1,424 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-5 Fresco's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the J-5 Fresco's 11.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-5 Fresco entered service first in 1956, 14 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-5 Fresco or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 767 units of the J-5 Fresco.