Lightning vs MiG-25 Foxbat
| British interceptor aircraft, recognized for Cold War era service, extensively deployed for high speed, high altitude defensive roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | English Electric |
| First flight | 4 August 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 337 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 March 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 1186 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 44.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,367 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,459 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,752 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,092 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,368 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 61.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 3000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,860 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 14,984 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the Lightning's 2,414 km/h, a difference of 586 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the Lightning's 1,367 km.
Which can fly higher, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the Lightning's 16,459 meters (53,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the Lightning's 20,752 kg.
Which is larger, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the Lightning's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Lightning at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The Lightning entered service first in 1960, 10 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Lightning or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in greater numbers with 1,186 units compared to 337 units of the Lightning.