F-15 Eagle vs MiG-29 Fulcrum
Overview
The F-15 Eagle and the MiG-29 Fulcrum are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.
Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15 Eagle vs 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The F-15 Eagle has an operational range of 3,971 km vs 1,430 km for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The F-15 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 17,500 m for the MiG-29 Fulcrum.
The F-15 Eagle has been produced in 1,198 units vs 1,600 for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. Unit cost is $29M for the F-15 Eagle vs $25M for the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The F-15 Eagle first flew 5 years before the MiG-29 Fulcrum (1972 vs 1977).
| American twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter, prominent during Cold War, deployed extensively in Middle East conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 27 July 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1198 units |
| Average unit price | $29 million |
| Soviet twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 October 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1600 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 56.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,971 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30,844 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 12,701 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,915 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,430 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,000 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 455 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 1,430 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 17,500 meters (57,414 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30,844 kg compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 24,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 17.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The F-15 Eagle entered service first in 1976, 7 years before the MiG-29 Fulcrum which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or MiG-29 Fulcrum?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has been produced in greater numbers with 1,600 units compared to 1,198 units of the F-15 Eagle.