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. | |
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| 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 | |
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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 | 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.