Su-15 Flagon vs Tejas
The Su-15 Flagon and the Tejas are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Sukhoi and HAL respectively. Top speed is 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon vs 2,220 km/h for the Tejas. The Su-15 Flagon has an operational range of 1,380 km vs 739 km for the Tejas. The Su-15 Flagon operates at altitudes up to 17,678 m compared to 16,000 m for the Tejas. The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in 1,290 units vs 38 for the Tejas. Unit cost is $4M for the Su-15 Flagon vs $26M for the Tejas. The Su-15 Flagon first flew 39 years before the Tejas (1962 vs 2001).
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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 |
| Indian multirole light fighter, developed in the late 20th century, used primarily by the Indian Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 January 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $26 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 | 38.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 739 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,600 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Tejas is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 249 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the Tejas's 739 km.
Which can fly higher, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the Tejas's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Tejas has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Su-15 Flagon is longer at 16.5 meters compared to the Tejas's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Tejas is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the Su-15 Flagon at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Su-15 Flagon entered service first in 1967, 48 years before the Tejas which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Su-15 Flagon or Tejas?
The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in greater numbers with 1,290 units compared to 38 units of the Tejas.