JAS 39 Gripen vs MiG-29K Fulcrum-D

The JAS 39 Gripen and the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen vs 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D. The JAS 39 Gripen has an operational range of 805 km vs 2,000 km for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 15,240 m for the JAS 39 Gripen. The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in 300 units vs 81 for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D. Unit cost is $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen vs $35M for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D. The JAS 39 Gripen first flew 19 years before the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D (1988 vs 2007).

Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces.
Saab JAS 39 Gripen Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab
First flight 9 December 1988
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $85 million
Soviet multirole fighter, famously employed by Indian Navy in the late 20th century for carrier-based operations.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 22 January 2007
Year introduced 2009
Number produced 81 units
Average unit price $35 million
Wing area 30.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 14.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2100 km/h â—‰
Operational range 805 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 14,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 5,507 kgf â—‰
Wing area 43.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 24,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 18,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 2,100 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The JAS 39 Gripen is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The JAS 39 Gripen entered service first in 1996, 13 years before the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JAS 39 Gripen or MiG-29K Fulcrum-D?
The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 81 units of the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D.