JH-7 Flounder vs Su-24 Fencer
| Chinese fighter-bomber, developed during the Cold War era, extensively utilized in training, maritime strike and air-intercept roles. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Xian |
| First flight | 14 December 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1992 |
| Number produced | 270 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Soviet strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 2 July 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1973 |
| Number produced | 1400 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 52.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1808 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,475 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,114 kgf â—‰ |
|
|
| Wing area | 46.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 615 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 39,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 22,320 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,574 kgf â—‰ |
|
|
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The JH-7 Flounder is faster with a maximum speed of 1,808 km/h compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 1,450 km/h, a difference of 358 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The JH-7 Flounder has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher service ceiling at 16,500 meters (54,133 ft) compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,700 kg compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 28,475 kg.
Which is larger, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 22.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the JH-7 Flounder at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer entered service first in 1973, 19 years before the JH-7 Flounder which entered service in 1992.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has been produced in greater numbers with 1,400 units compared to 270 units of the JH-7 Flounder.