Jaguar vs MiG-23 Flogger
The Jaguar and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by SEPECAT and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,593 km/h for the Jaguar vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The Jaguar has an operational range of 815 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 14,000 m for the Jaguar. The Jaguar has been produced in 573 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $10M for the Jaguar vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 1 years before the Jaguar (1967 vs 1968).
| British-French strike aircraft, developed during the Cold War, extensively deployed in multiple conflicts, including Iraq and Kosovo wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SEPECAT |
| First flight | 8 September 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 573 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 815 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,000 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 Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Jaguar's 1,593 km/h, a difference of 907 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the Jaguar's 815 km.
Which can fly higher, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Jaguar's 14,000 meters (45,931 ft).
Which is heavier, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the Jaguar's 15,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the Jaguar's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The Jaguar is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 2 years before the Jaguar which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Jaguar or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 573 units of the Jaguar.