MiG-21 Fishbed vs Yak-38 Forger
The MiG-21 Fishbed and the Yak-38 Forger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Yakovlev respectively. Top speed is 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs 1,210 km/h for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-21 Fishbed has an operational range of 660 km vs 1,300 km for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-21 Fishbed operates at altitudes up to 19,000 m compared to 11,300 m for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in 11,496 units vs 231 for the Yak-38 Forger. Unit cost is $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs $12M for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 15 years before the Yak-38 Forger (1955 vs 1970).
| 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 vertical takeoff/landing fighter, developed during the Cold War, primarily utilized on Soviet naval aviation carriers. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Yakovlev |
| First flight | 27 September 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 231 units |
| Average unit price | $12 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 | 18.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1210 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,020 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,050 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 1,210 km/h, a difference of 915 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a higher service ceiling at 19,000 meters (62,335 ft) compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 11,300 meters (37,073 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,200 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-21 Fishbed entered service first in 1958, 18 years before the Yak-38 Forger which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 231 units of the Yak-38 Forger.