MiG-15 Fagot vs Shenyang J-35
Overview
The MiG-15 Fagot and the Shenyang J-35 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Shenyang Aircraft Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 1,075 km/h for the MiG-15 Fagot vs 1,905 km/h for the Shenyang J-35. The MiG-15 Fagot has an operational range of 2,520 km vs 3,500 km for the Shenyang J-35. The Shenyang J-35 operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 15,500 m for the MiG-15 Fagot. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the Shenyang J-35 is 4.6x the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in 17,310 units vs 57 for the Shenyang J-35. The MiG-15 Fagot first flew 74 years before the Shenyang J-35 (1947 vs 2021).
| Soviet jet fighter-bomber, famous for its role in the Korean War, widely deployed for air superiority and interception missions. | |
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| 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 |
| China's first carrier-capable fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang Aircraft Corporation |
| First flight | 29 October 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2025 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,700 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1905 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,830 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,905 km/h compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 1,075 km/h, a difference of 830 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 2,520 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 6,105 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the MiG-15 Fagot's 10.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The MiG-15 Fagot entered service first in 1949, 76 years before the Shenyang J-35 which entered service in 2025.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-15 Fagot or Shenyang J-35?
The MiG-15 Fagot has been produced in greater numbers with 17,310 units compared to 57 units of the Shenyang J-35.