MiG-21 Fishbed vs MiG-31 Foxhound
The MiG-21 Fishbed and the MiG-31 Foxhound 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-31 Foxhound. The MiG-21 Fishbed has an operational range of 660 km vs 3,000 km for the MiG-31 Foxhound. The MiG-31 Foxhound operates at altitudes up to 20,600 m compared to 19,000 m for the MiG-21 Fishbed. At 46,200 kg MTOW, the MiG-31 Foxhound is 5.4x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg. The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in 11,496 units vs 519 for the MiG-31 Foxhound. Unit cost is $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs $55M for the MiG-31 Foxhound. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 20 years before the MiG-31 Foxhound (1955 vs 1975).
| 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 jet, famed for its Cold War period deployment, primarily used for high-speed, high-altitude defensive missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 16 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 519 units |
| Average unit price | $55 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 | 61.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 3000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 46,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 21,830 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 19,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound 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-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has a higher service ceiling at 20,600 meters (67,585 ft) compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 19,000 meters (62,335 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 46,200 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-31 Foxhound is more expensive at approximately $55 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 25 years before the MiG-31 Foxhound which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-21 Fishbed or MiG-31 Foxhound?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 519 units of the MiG-31 Foxhound.