JF-17 Thunder vs MiG-23 Flogger
The JF-17 Thunder and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by CAC / PAC and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 1,960 km/h for the JF-17 Thunder vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The JF-17 Thunder has an operational range of 900 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 16,700 m for the JF-17 Thunder. The JF-17 Thunder has been produced in 144 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $30M for the JF-17 Thunder vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 36 years before the JF-17 Thunder (1967 vs 2003).
| 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 |
| 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 | 24.4 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—‰ |
| 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 JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 540 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a longer range at 1,150 km compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger 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 JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 12,701 kg.
Which is larger, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 14.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The JF-17 Thunder is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 37 years before the JF-17 Thunder which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JF-17 Thunder or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 144 units of the JF-17 Thunder.