MiG-17 Fresco vs Nesher

Overview

The MiG-17 Fresco and the Nesher are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and IAI respectively.

The Nesher reaches 2,573 km/h — 2.2x the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h. The MiG-17 Fresco has an operational range of 2,020 km vs 1,300 km for the Nesher. The Nesher operates at altitudes up to 17,680 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 13,500 kg MTOW, the Nesher is 2.6x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in 10,649 units vs 61 for the Nesher. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 19 years before the Nesher (1950 vs 1969).

Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 14 January 1950
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 10649 units
Average unit price $600K
Israeli multirole fighter, developed in the late 1960s as a derivative of the Mirage 5, and extensively used in Middle Eastern and South Atlantic conflicts.
IAI Nesher Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 September 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 61 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1193 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,020 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,210 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,705 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf â—‰
Wing area 34.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.2 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 15.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2573 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,680 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,380 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the Nesher's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher service ceiling at 17,680 meters (58,005 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The Nesher is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 19 years before the Nesher which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-17 Fresco or Nesher?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 61 units of the Nesher.