J-6 Farmer vs Q-5 / A-5 Fantan

Overview

The J-6 Farmer and the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Nanchang respectively.

Top speed is 1,540 km/h for the J-6 Farmer vs 1,210 km/h for the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan. The J-6 Farmer has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 2,000 km for the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan. The J-6 Farmer operates at altitudes up to 17,900 m compared to 16,500 m for the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan.

The J-6 Farmer has been produced in 4,500 units vs 1,300 for the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan. The J-6 Farmer first flew 7 years before the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan (1958 vs 1965).

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 --
Chinese ground-attack aircraft, notable for service in the Cold War period, often utilized in Pakistani and North Korean operations.
Nanchang Q-5 / A-5 Fantan Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Nanchang
First flight 4 June 1965
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1300 units
Average unit price $1 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 27.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.7 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 15.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1210 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,400 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,007 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The J-6 Farmer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,540 km/h compared to the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan's 1,210 km/h, a difference of 330 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The Q-5 / A-5 Fantan has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the J-6 Farmer's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The J-6 Farmer has a higher service ceiling at 17,900 meters (58,727 ft) compared to the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The Q-5 / A-5 Fantan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,300 kg compared to the J-6 Farmer's 8,832 kg.
Which is larger, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The Q-5 / A-5 Fantan is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the J-6 Farmer's 14.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The J-6 Farmer entered service first in 1958, 12 years before the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-6 Farmer or Q-5 / A-5 Fantan?
The J-6 Farmer has been produced in greater numbers with 4,500 units compared to 1,300 units of the Q-5 / A-5 Fantan.