J-8 Finback vs MiG-15 Fagot

Overview

The J-8 Finback and the MiG-15 Fagot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Shenyang and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The J-8 Finback reaches 2,300 km/h — 2.1x the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h. The J-8 Finback has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 2,520 km for the MiG-15 Fagot. The J-8 Finback operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the MiG-15 Fagot. At 18,879 kg MTOW, the J-8 Finback is 3.1x the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.

The J-8 Finback has been produced in 408 units vs 17,310 for the MiG-15 Fagot. Unit cost is $15M for the J-8 Finback vs $0.2M for the MiG-15 Fagot. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 22 years before the J-8 Finback (1947 vs 1969).

J-8 Finback

Chinese interceptor, operational from the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for aerial warfare by the People's Liberation Army Air Force.
Shenyang J-8 Finback Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 5 July 1969
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 408 units
Average unit price $15 million
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MiG-15 Fagot

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
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J-8 Finback

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 9.3 m â—‰
Height 5.4 m â—‰
Length 21.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 18,879 kg â—‰
Empty weight 10,371 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,794 kgf â—‰

MiG-15 Fagot

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-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-8 Finback is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 1,225 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the J-8 Finback's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-8 Finback has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-8 Finback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 18,879 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-8 Finback is longer at 21.5 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The J-8 Finback is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the MiG-15 Fagot at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 31 years before the J-8 Finback which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-8 Finback or MiG-15 Fagot?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 408 units of the J-8 Finback.

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