MiG-23 Flogger vs MiG-25 Foxbat
The MiG-23 Flogger and the MiG-25 Foxbat are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger vs 3,000 km/h for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-23 Flogger has an operational range of 1,150 km vs 1,860 km for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-25 Foxbat operates at altitudes up to 20,700 m compared to 18,000 m for the MiG-23 Flogger. At 36,200 kg MTOW, the MiG-25 Foxbat is 2.0x the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg. The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in 5,047 units vs 1,186 for the MiG-25 Foxbat. Unit cost is $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger vs $15M for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-25 Foxbat first flew 3 years before the MiG-23 Flogger (1964 vs 1967).
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 10 June 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 5047 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 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 7,492 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 2,500 km/h, a difference of 500 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 17,800 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat entered service first in 1970, 0 years before the MiG-23 Flogger which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-23 Flogger or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 1,186 units of the MiG-25 Foxbat.