Lightning vs Su-15 Flagon
The Lightning and the Su-15 Flagon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by English Electric and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the Lightning vs 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon. The Lightning has an operational range of 1,367 km vs 1,380 km for the Su-15 Flagon. The Su-15 Flagon operates at altitudes up to 17,678 m compared to 16,459 m for the Lightning. The Lightning has been produced in 337 units vs 1,290 for the Su-15 Flagon. Unit cost is $2M for the Lightning vs $4M for the Su-15 Flagon. The Lightning first flew 8 years before the Su-15 Flagon (1954 vs 1962).
| 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 jet, notable for its Cold War service, involved notably in significant incidents such as Korean Air Lines Flight 007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 30 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1290 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 5,684 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,380 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Lightning is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 443 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the Lightning's 1,367 km.
Which can fly higher, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the Lightning's 16,459 meters (53,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Lightning has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,752 kg compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Lightning is longer at 16.8 meters compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 16.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Lightning at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Lightning entered service first in 1960, 7 years before the Su-15 Flagon which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Lightning or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in greater numbers with 1,290 units compared to 337 units of the Lightning.