MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs Yak-38 Forger

Overview

The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D and the Yak-38 Forger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Yakovlev respectively.

Top speed is 2,200 km/h for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs 1,210 km/h for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 1,300 km for the Yak-38 Forger. The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D operates at altitudes up to 17,500 m compared to 11,300 m for the Yak-38 Forger. At 24,000 kg MTOW, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is 2.1x the Yak-38 Forger's 11,200 kg.

The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has been produced in 81 units vs 231 for the Yak-38 Forger. Unit cost is $35M for the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D vs $12M for the Yak-38 Forger. The Yak-38 Forger first flew 37 years before the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D (1970 vs 2007).

MiG-29K Fulcrum-D

Soviet multirole fighter, famously employed by Indian Navy in the late 20th century for carrier-based operations.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-29K Fulcrum-D Combat profile drawing
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
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Yak-38 Forger

Soviet vertical takeoff/landing fighter, developed during the Cold War, primarily utilized on Soviet naval aviation carriers.
Yakovlev Yak-38 Forger Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 27 September 1970
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 231 units
Average unit price $12 million
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MiG-29K Fulcrum-D

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—‰

Yak-38 Forger

Wing area 18.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.3 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 15.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1210 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,300 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,020 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,050 kgf â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 1,210 km/h, a difference of 990 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher service ceiling at 17,500 meters (57,414 ft) compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 11,300 meters (37,073 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 11,200 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the Yak-38 Forger's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The MiG-29K Fulcrum-D is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the Yak-38 Forger at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger entered service first in 1976, 33 years before the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D or Yak-38 Forger?
The Yak-38 Forger has been produced in greater numbers with 231 units compared to 81 units of the MiG-29K Fulcrum-D.

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