MiG-21 Fishbed vs MiG-25 Foxbat
The MiG-21 Fishbed and the MiG-25 Foxbat are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs 3,000 km/h for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-21 Fishbed has an operational range of 660 km vs 1,860 km for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-25 Foxbat operates at altitudes up to 20,700 m compared to 19,000 m for the MiG-21 Fishbed. At 36,200 kg MTOW, the MiG-25 Foxbat is 4.2x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg. The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in 11,496 units vs 1,186 for the MiG-25 Foxbat. Unit cost is $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs $15M for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 9 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat (1955 vs 1964).
| Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 16 June 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 11496 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 March 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 1186 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 23.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2125 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 660 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 19,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,625 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,871 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,689 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 61.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 3000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,860 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 14,984 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 2,125 km/h, a difference of 875 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 19,000 meters (62,335 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 12 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 1,186 units of the MiG-25 Foxbat.