MiG-29 Fulcrum vs Typhoon

Overview

The MiG-29 Fulcrum and the Typhoon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Eurofighter respectively.

Top speed is 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29 Fulcrum vs 2,495 km/h for the Typhoon. The MiG-29 Fulcrum has an operational range of 1,430 km vs 2,900 km for the Typhoon. The MiG-29 Fulcrum operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 16,765 m for the Typhoon.

The MiG-29 Fulcrum has been produced in 1,600 units vs 589 for the Typhoon. Unit cost is $25M for the MiG-29 Fulcrum vs $90M for the Typhoon. The MiG-29 Fulcrum first flew 17 years before the Typhoon (1977 vs 1994).

Soviet twin-engine fighter jet, notable in late Cold War clashes, widely exported and integral to various aerial engagements globally.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29 Fulcrum Combat profile drawing
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
European multirole fighter, renowned for service in multinational military operations since late 20th century, noted for superior air-to-air and air-to-surface capabilities.
Eurofighter Typhoon Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Eurofighter
First flight 27 March 1994
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 589 units
Average unit price $90 million
Wing area 43.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,430 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 24,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 18,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,000 kgf â—‰
Wing area 51.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.0 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 16.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2495 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,900 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,765 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 11,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,116 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 295 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum's 1,430 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the Typhoon's 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the MiG-29 Fulcrum at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum entered service first in 1983, 20 years before the Typhoon which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-29 Fulcrum or Typhoon?
The MiG-29 Fulcrum has been produced in greater numbers with 1,600 units compared to 589 units of the Typhoon.