MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs Tejas
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D and the Tejas are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and HAL respectively. Top speed is 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs 2,220 km/h for the Tejas. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 739 km for the Tejas. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 16,000 m for the Tejas. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has been produced in 81 units vs 38 for the Tejas. Unit cost is $35M for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs $26M for the Tejas. The Tejas first flew 6 years before the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D (2001 vs 2007).
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 22 January 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 81 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Indian multirole light fighter, developed in the late 20th century, used primarily by the Indian Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 January 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $26 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 | 2,000 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 | 38.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 739 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,600 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The Tejas is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the Tejas's 739 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the Tejas's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the Tejas's 13,500 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the Tejas's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the Tejas at $26 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D entered service first in 2009, 6 years before the Tejas which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Tejas?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has been produced in greater numbers with 81 units compared to 38 units of the Tejas.