MiG-17 Fresco vs Su-24 Fencer

Overview

The MiG-17 Fresco and the Su-24 Fencer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Sukhoi respectively.

Top speed is 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco vs 1,450 km/h for the Su-24 Fencer. The MiG-17 Fresco has an operational range of 2,020 km vs 615 km for the Su-24 Fencer. The Su-24 Fencer operates at altitudes up to 16,500 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 39,700 kg MTOW, the Su-24 Fencer is 7.6x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.

The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in 10,649 units vs 1,400 for the Su-24 Fencer. Unit cost is $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco vs $25M for the Su-24 Fencer. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 17 years before the Su-24 Fencer (1950 vs 1967).

MiG-17 Fresco

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
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Su-24 Fencer

Soviet strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation.
Sukhoi Su-24 Fencer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 2 July 1967
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 1400 units
Average unit price $25 million
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MiG-17 Fresco

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—‰

Su-24 Fencer

Wing area 46.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.6 m â—‰
Height 6.2 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 39,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,320 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,787 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,450 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 257 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher service ceiling at 16,500 meters (54,133 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,700 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 21 years before the Su-24 Fencer which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 1,400 units of the Su-24 Fencer.

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