J-6 Farmer vs MiG-15 Fagot

Overview

The J-6 Farmer and the MiG-15 Fagot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 1,540 km/h for the J-6 Farmer vs 1,075 km/h for the MiG-15 Fagot. The J-6 Farmer has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 2,520 km for the MiG-15 Fagot. The J-6 Farmer operates at altitudes up to 17,900 m compared to 15,500 m for the MiG-15 Fagot.

The J-6 Farmer has been produced in 4,500 units vs 17,310 for the MiG-15 Fagot. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 11 years before the J-6 Farmer (1947 vs 1958).

Chinese jet fighter, developed in the mid-20th century, extensively deployed in regional conflicts and air defense roles.
Shenyang J-6 Farmer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 17 December 1958
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 4500 units
Average unit price --
Soviet jet fighter-bomber, famous for its role in the Korean War, widely deployed for air superiority and interception missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-15 Fagot Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 19 December 1947
Year introduced 1949
Number produced 17310 units
Average unit price $200K
Wing area 25.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.0 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 14.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1540 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,900 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,832 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,172 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 13 kN â—‰
Wing area 20.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 10.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1075 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,520 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,105 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,580 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,700 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-6 Farmer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,540 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 465 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the J-6 Farmer's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-6 Farmer has a higher service ceiling at 17,900 meters (58,727 ft) compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-6 Farmer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,832 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-6 Farmer is longer at 14.6 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 9 years before the J-6 Farmer which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 4,500 units of the J-6 Farmer.