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.
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
Soviet close air support aircraft, prominent during Afghan War, designed for ground targets engagement under heavy fire conditions.
Sukhoi Su-25 Frogfoot Combat profile drawing
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.