Su-15 Flagon vs Su-17 Fitter
The Su-15 Flagon and the Su-17 Fitter are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon vs 2,140 km/h for the Su-17 Fitter. The Su-15 Flagon has an operational range of 1,380 km vs 1,150 km for the Su-17 Fitter. The Su-15 Flagon operates at altitudes up to 17,678 m compared to 14,500 m for the Su-17 Fitter. The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in 1,290 units vs 2,867 for the Su-17 Fitter. Unit cost is $4M for the Su-15 Flagon vs $6M for the Su-17 Fitter. The Su-15 Flagon first flew 4 years before the Su-17 Fitter (1962 vs 1966).
| Soviet interceptor jet, notable for its Cold War service, involved notably in significant incidents such as Korean Air Lines Flight 007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 30 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1290 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Soviet-era fighter-bomber, extensively deployed in varied conflicts worldwide, known for its variable-sweep wing design and robust operational capacity. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 1 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 2867 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,380 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 27.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2140 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,890 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,932 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-17 Fitter is faster with a maximum speed of 2,140 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 169 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 14,500 meters (47,572 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 7,890 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-15 Flagon is longer at 16.5 meters compared to the Su-17 Fitter's 15.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-17 Fitter is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the Su-15 Flagon at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-15 Flagon entered service first in 1967, 4 years before the Su-17 Fitter which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-15 Flagon or Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-17 Fitter has been produced in greater numbers with 2,867 units compared to 1,290 units of the Su-15 Flagon.