JH-7 Flounder vs Su-34 Fullback

Chinese fighter-bomber, developed during the Cold War era, extensively utilized in training, maritime strike and air-intercept roles.
Picture of JH-7 Flounder
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
Russian strike fighter, known for action in Syrian Civil War, optimized for all-weather, precision ground-attack and aerial combat roles.
Picture of Su-34 Fullback
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 13 April 1990
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 155 units
Average unit price $36 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—‰
Profile drawing of Xian JH-7 Flounder
Wing area 52.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 23.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2120 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 20,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 25,000 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Sukhoi Su-34 Fullback

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 1,808 km/h, a difference of 312 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The JH-7 Flounder has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 28,475 kg.
Which is larger, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 22.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the JH-7 Flounder at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The JH-7 Flounder entered service first in 1992, 5 years before the Su-34 Fullback which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JH-7 Flounder or Su-34 Fullback?
The JH-7 Flounder has been produced in greater numbers with 270 units compared to 155 units of the Su-34 Fullback.