JAS 39 Gripen vs Su-57 Felon
The JAS 39 Gripen and the Su-57 Felon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen vs 2,135 km/h for the Su-57 Felon. The JAS 39 Gripen has an operational range of 805 km vs 3,500 km for the Su-57 Felon. The Su-57 Felon operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 15,240 m for the JAS 39 Gripen. At 35,000 kg MTOW, the Su-57 Felon is 2.5x the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg. The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in 300 units vs 32 for the Su-57 Felon. Unit cost is $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen vs $42M for the Su-57 Felon. The JAS 39 Gripen first flew 22 years before the Su-57 Felon (1988 vs 2010).
| Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces. | |
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| 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 |
| Russian stealth fighter, developed in the modern era, with first operational deployment in Syrian conflict of 2020. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 29 January 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 32 units |
| Average unit price | $42 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 | 78.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2135 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 14,480 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,135 km/h compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 2,100 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon is longer at 20.1 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The JAS 39 Gripen is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the Su-57 Felon at $42 million.
Which entered service first, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The JAS 39 Gripen entered service first in 1996, 24 years before the Su-57 Felon which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-57 Felon?
The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 32 units of the Su-57 Felon.