J-15 Flying Shark vs Shenyang J-35

Chinese carrier-based twin-engine multirole fighter, developed from the Su-33, in use by the Chinese Naval Air Force.
Shenyang J-15 Flying Shark Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 1 August 2009
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 76 units
Average unit price --
China's first carrier-capable fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter
Shenyang Aircraft Corporation Shenyang J-35 Combat profile drawing
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 67.8 m²
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 5.9 m â—‰
Length 22.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,500 kg
Total thrust 2 x 12,500 kgf â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 11.5 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 17.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1905 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 11,830 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the Shenyang J-35's 1,905 km/h, a difference of 395 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 3,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Shenyang J-35's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the Shenyang J-35's 28,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the Shenyang J-35's 17.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark 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 J-15 Flying Shark or Shenyang J-35?
The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in greater numbers with 76 units compared to 57 units of the Shenyang J-35.