MiG-31 Foxhound vs Su-57 Felon
The MiG-31 Foxhound and the Su-57 Felon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 3,000 km/h for the MiG-31 Foxhound vs 2,135 km/h for the Su-57 Felon. The MiG-31 Foxhound has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 3,500 km for the Su-57 Felon. The MiG-31 Foxhound operates at altitudes up to 20,600 m compared to 20,000 m for the Su-57 Felon. The MiG-31 Foxhound has been produced in 519 units vs 32 for the Su-57 Felon. Unit cost is $55M for the MiG-31 Foxhound vs $42M for the Su-57 Felon. The MiG-31 Foxhound first flew 35 years before the Su-57 Felon (1975 vs 2010).
| Soviet interceptor jet, famed for its Cold War period deployment, primarily used for high-speed, high-altitude defensive missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 16 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 519 units |
| Average unit price | $55 million |
| Russian stealth fighter, developed in the modern era, with first operational deployment in Syrian conflict of 2020. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 29 January 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 32 units |
| Average unit price | $42 million |
| Wing area | 61.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 3000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 46,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 21,830 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,500 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 78.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2135 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 14,480 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the Su-57 Felon's 2,135 km/h, a difference of 865 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The Su-57 Felon has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the MiG-31 Foxhound's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has a higher service ceiling at 20,600 meters (67,585 ft) compared to the Su-57 Felon's 20,000 meters (65,616 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 46,200 kg compared to the Su-57 Felon's 35,000 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the Su-57 Felon's 20.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound is more expensive at approximately $55 million per unit compared to the Su-57 Felon at $42 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound entered service first in 1983, 37 years before the Su-57 Felon which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-31 Foxhound or Su-57 Felon?
The MiG-31 Foxhound has been produced in greater numbers with 519 units compared to 32 units of the Su-57 Felon.