F-35 Lightning II vs Shenyang J-35
| American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| China's first carrier-capable fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang Aircraft Corporation |
| First flight | 29 October 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2025 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 11.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1905 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,830 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-35 Lightning II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,960 km/h compared to the Shenyang J-35's 1,905 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-35 Lightning II entered service first in 2013, 12 years before the Shenyang J-35 which entered service in 2025.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-35 Lightning II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 57 units of the Shenyang J-35.