KF-21 Boramae vs MiG-29 Fulcrum

Overview

The KF-21 Boramae and the MiG-29 Fulcrum are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by KAI and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

Top speed is 2,200 km/h for the KF-21 Boramae vs 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The KF-21 Boramae has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 1,430 km for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The MiG-29 Fulcrum operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 16,764 m for the KF-21 Boramae.

Unit cost is $87.5M for the KF-21 Boramae vs $25M for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The MiG-29 Fulcrum first flew 45 years before the KF-21 Boramae (1977 vs 2022).

South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written.
KAI KF-21 Boramae Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇰🇷 South Korea
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer KAI
First flight 19 July 2022
Year introduced 2026
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $87.5 million
Soviet twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29 Fulcrum Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 6 October 1977
Year introduced 1983
Number produced 1600 units
Average unit price $25 million
Wing area 46.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.2 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 16.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,764 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 25,401 kg â—‰
Empty weight 11,793 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,123 kgf â—‰
Wing area 43.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,430 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 24,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 18,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a longer range at 1,430 km compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The KF-21 Boramae has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,401 kg compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 24,000 kg.
Which is larger, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The KF-21 Boramae is more expensive at approximately $88 million per unit compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the KF-21 Boramae or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum entered service first in 1983, 43 years before the KF-21 Boramae which entered service in 2026.