MiG-15 Fagot vs MiG-23 Flogger

Overview

The MiG-15 Fagot and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.

The MiG-23 Flogger reaches 2,500 km/h — 2.3x the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h. The MiG-15 Fagot has an operational range of 2,520 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the MiG-15 Fagot. At 17,800 kg MTOW, the MiG-23 Flogger is 2.9x the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.

The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in 17,310 units vs 5,047 for the MiG-23 Flogger. Unit cost is $0.2M for the MiG-15 Fagot vs $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 20 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1947 vs 1967).

MiG-15 Fagot

Soviet jet fighter-bomber, famous for its role in the Korean War, widely deployed for air superiority and interception missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-15 Fagot Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 19 December 1947
Year introduced 1949
Number produced 17310 units
Average unit price $200K
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MiG-23 Flogger

Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-23 Flogger Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 10 June 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 5047 units
Average unit price $4 million
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MiG-15 Fagot

Wing area 20.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 10.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1075 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,520 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,105 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,580 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,700 kgf â—‰

MiG-23 Flogger

Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 16.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2500 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,150 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 17,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 10,230 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 1,425 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-15 Fagot has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-15 Fagot at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 21 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-15 Fagot or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 5,047 units of the MiG-23 Flogger.

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