MiG-17 Fresco vs Su-25 Frogfoot
The MiG-17 Fresco and the Su-25 Frogfoot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco vs 970 km/h for the Su-25 Frogfoot. The MiG-17 Fresco has an operational range of 2,020 km vs 1,000 km for the Su-25 Frogfoot. The MiG-17 Fresco operates at altitudes up to 15,600 m compared to 7,000 m for the Su-25 Frogfoot. At 17,600 kg MTOW, the Su-25 Frogfoot is 3.4x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg. The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in 10,649 units vs 1,000 for the Su-25 Frogfoot. Unit cost is $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco vs $11M for the Su-25 Frogfoot. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 25 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot (1950 vs 1975).
| Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions. | |
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| 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 |
| Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 22 February 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $11 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 30.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 970 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,100 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The MiG-17 Fresco is faster with a maximum speed of 1,193 km/h compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 970 km/h, a difference of 223 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a higher service ceiling at 15,600 meters (51,181 ft) compared to the Su-25 Frogfoot's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,600 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The Su-25 Frogfoot is more expensive at approximately $11 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The MiG-17 Fresco entered service first in 1952, 29 years before the Su-25 Frogfoot which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-17 Fresco or Su-25 Frogfoot?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 1,000 units of the Su-25 Frogfoot.