J-6 Farmer vs MiG-21 Fishbed
Overview
The J-6 Farmer and the MiG-21 Fishbed are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.
Top speed is 1,540 km/h for the J-6 Farmer vs 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The J-6 Farmer has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 660 km for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 17,900 m for the J-6 Farmer.
The J-6 Farmer has been produced in 4,500 units vs 11,496 for the MiG-21 Fishbed. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 3 years before the J-6 Farmer (1955 vs 1958).
| 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 | -- |
| Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts. | |
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| 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 | 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 | 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-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the J-6 Farmer's 1,540 km/h, a difference of 585 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-6 Farmer has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the J-6 Farmer's 17,900 meters (58,727 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-6 Farmer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,832 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The J-6 Farmer is longer at 14.6 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 0 years before the J-6 Farmer which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-6 Farmer or MiG-21 Fishbed?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 4,500 units of the J-6 Farmer.