J-7 Fishcan vs MiG-23 Flogger
The J-7 Fishcan and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Chengdu and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,200 km/h for the J-7 Fishcan vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-7 Fishcan has an operational range of 850 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 17,500 m for the J-7 Fishcan. The J-7 Fishcan has been produced in 2,400 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $2M for the J-7 Fishcan vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The J-7 Fishcan first flew 1 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1966 vs 1967).
| Chinese jet fighter, notable for usage in the late Cold War era, widely deployed in the Third Taiwan Strait Crisis. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 17 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 2400 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| 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 | 24.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,292 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,488 kgf 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-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 850 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 17,500 meters (57,414 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 9,100 kg.
Which is larger, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the J-7 Fishcan at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The J-7 Fishcan entered service first in 1966, 4 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-7 Fishcan or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 2,400 units of the J-7 Fishcan.