MiG-23 Flogger vs Mirage 2000
The MiG-23 Flogger and the Mirage 2000 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger vs 2,336 km/h for the Mirage 2000. The MiG-23 Flogger has an operational range of 1,150 km vs 1,550 km for the Mirage 2000. The Mirage 2000 operates at altitudes up to 18,300 m compared to 18,000 m for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in 5,047 units vs 601 for the Mirage 2000. Unit cost is $4M for the MiG-23 Flogger vs $23M for the Mirage 2000. The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 11 years before the Mirage 2000 (1967 vs 1978).
| 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 |
| French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 1 March 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 601 units |
| Average unit price | $23 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 | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2336 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6,626 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the Mirage 2000's 2,336 km/h, a difference of 164 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has a longer range at 1,550 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the Mirage 2000's 17,500 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 is more expensive at approximately $23 million per unit compared to the MiG-23 Flogger at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 13 years before the Mirage 2000 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-23 Flogger or Mirage 2000?
The MiG-23 Flogger has been produced in greater numbers with 5,047 units compared to 601 units of the Mirage 2000.