F-111 Aardvark vs JH-7 Flounder

Overview

The F-111 Aardvark and the JH-7 Flounder are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics and Xian respectively.

Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-111 Aardvark vs 1,808 km/h for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-111 Aardvark has an operational range of 5,940 km vs 900 km for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-111 Aardvark operates at altitudes up to 20,117 m compared to 16,000 m for the JH-7 Flounder.

The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in 563 units vs 270 for the JH-7 Flounder. Unit cost is $15M for the F-111 Aardvark vs $25M for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-111 Aardvark first flew 24 years before the JH-7 Flounder (1964 vs 1988).

American tactical bomber, active during Cold War and significant use in Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for its variable-sweep wings.
General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer General Dynamics
First flight 21 December 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 563 units
Average unit price $15 million
Chinese fighter-bomber, developed during the Cold War era, extensively utilized in training, maritime strike and air-intercept roles.
Xian JH-7 Flounder Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Xian
First flight 14 December 1988
Year introduced 1992
Number produced 270 units
Average unit price $25 million
Wing area 61.1 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 19.2 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 22.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2655 km/h β—‰
Operational range 5,940 km β—‰
Service ceiling 20,117 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,359 kg β—‰
Empty weight 21,400 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8,119 kgf β—‰
Wing area 52.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 12.8 m β—‰
Height 6.2 m β—‰
Length 22.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1808 km/h β—‰
Operational range 900 km β—‰
Service ceiling 16,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,475 kg β—‰
Empty weight 14,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,557 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 1,808 km/h, a difference of 847 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark has a longer range at 5,940 km compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher service ceiling at 20,117 meters (66,000 ft) compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,359 kg compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 28,475 kg.
Which is larger, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark is longer at 22.4 meters compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 22.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The JH-7 Flounder is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the F-111 Aardvark at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark entered service first in 1967, 25 years before the JH-7 Flounder which entered service in 1992.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-111 Aardvark or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in greater numbers with 563 units compared to 270 units of the JH-7 Flounder.