KF-21 Boramae vs Shenyang J-35
| South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 19 July 2022 |
| Year introduced | 2026 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $87.5 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 | 46.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,401 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,793 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,123 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 KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The KF-21 Boramae is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the Shenyang J-35's 1,905 km/h, a difference of 295 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The KF-21 Boramae has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the Shenyang J-35's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 25,401 kg.
Which is larger, the KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 is longer at 17.3 meters compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the KF-21 Boramae or Shenyang J-35?
The Shenyang J-35 entered service first in 2025, 1 years before the KF-21 Boramae which entered service in 2026.