J-10 Vigorous Dragon vs JF-17 Thunder
| Chinese multirole fighter jet, active in the 21st century, used extensively by the PLA Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 23 March 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 602 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| Jointly developed by China and Pakistan, the combat aircraft has seen deployment in multiple military operations since 2007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CAC / PAC |
| First flight | 25 August 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2400 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,278 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,670 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 24.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,411 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,097 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of JF-17 Thunder by Shimin Gu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,400 km/h compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 440 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 16,700 meters (54,790 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,278 kg compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 12,701 kg.
Which is larger, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 14.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the JF-17 Thunder at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon entered service first in 2005, 2 years before the JF-17 Thunder which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-10 Vigorous Dragon or JF-17 Thunder?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has been produced in greater numbers with 602 units compared to 144 units of the JF-17 Thunder.