MiG-21 Fishbed vs Su-15 Flagon
The MiG-21 Fishbed and the Su-15 Flagon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon. The MiG-21 Fishbed has an operational range of 660 km vs 1,380 km for the Su-15 Flagon. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 17,678 m for the Su-15 Flagon. The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in 11,496 units vs 1,290 for the Su-15 Flagon. Unit cost is $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs $4M for the Su-15 Flagon. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 7 years before the Su-15 Flagon (1955 vs 1962).
| 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, notable for its Cold War service, involved notably in significant incidents such as Korean Air Lines Flight 007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 30 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1290 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,380 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 154 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 17,678 meters (57,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon is longer at 16.5 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 9 years before the Su-15 Flagon which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Su-15 Flagon?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 1,290 units of the Su-15 Flagon.