MiG-17 Fresco vs TBM

Overview

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

The MiG-17 Fresco reaches 1,193 km/h — 2.1x the TBM's 555 km/h. The MiG-17 Fresco has an operational range of 2,020 km vs 3,304 km for the TBM. The MiG-17 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 15,600 m compared to 9,185 m for the TBM.

The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in 10,649 units vs 1,000 for the TBM. Unit cost is $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco vs $4.5M for the TBM. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 38 years before the TBM (1950 vs 1988).

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

TBM

French business aircraft, deployed globally since the late 20th century for corporate and private use.
Socata TBM Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Socata
First flight 14 July 1988
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 1000 units
Average unit price $4.5 million
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—‰

TBM

Wing area 18.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.7 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 10.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 555 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,304 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,185 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,354 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,837 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 522 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the TBM's 555 km/h, a difference of 638 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The TBM has a longer range at 3,304 km compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 2,020 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 15,600 meters (51,181 ft) compared to the TBM's 9,185 meters (30,134 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,210 kg compared to the TBM's 3,354 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco is longer at 11.3 meters compared to the TBM's 10.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The TBM is more expensive at approximately $4.5 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 38 years before the TBM which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-17 Fresco or TBM?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 1,000 units of the TBM.