F-104 Starfighter vs J-6 Farmer
Overview
The F-104 Starfighter and the J-6 Farmer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Shenyang respectively.
Top speed is 2,500 km/h for the F-104 Starfighter vs 1,540 km/h for the J-6 Farmer. The F-104 Starfighter has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,400 km for the J-6 Farmer. The J-6 Farmer operates at altitudes up to 17,900 m compared to 15,240 m for the F-104 Starfighter.
The F-104 Starfighter has been produced in 2,578 units vs 4,500 for the J-6 Farmer. The F-104 Starfighter first flew 4 years before the J-6 Farmer (1954 vs 1958).
| American supersonic interceptor, notable for Cold War operations, deployed extensively by NATO and several other international air forces. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 4 March 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 2578 units |
| Average unit price | $1.4 million |
| Chinese jet fighter, developed in the mid-20th century, extensively deployed in regional conflicts and air defense roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 17 December 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 4500 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 18.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 6.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,350 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,536 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 25.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1540 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,400 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,900 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,832 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,172 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 13 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The F-104 Starfighter is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-6 Farmer's 1,540 km/h, a difference of 960 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer has a higher service ceiling at 17,900 meters (58,727 ft) compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The F-104 Starfighter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,170 kg compared to the J-6 Farmer's 8,832 kg.
Which is larger, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The F-104 Starfighter is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the J-6 Farmer's 14.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer entered service first in 1958, 0 years before the F-104 Starfighter which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-104 Starfighter or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer has been produced in greater numbers with 4,500 units compared to 2,578 units of the F-104 Starfighter.