J-15 Flying Shark vs Su-33 Flanker-D
| 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 | $-- million |
| Russian carrier-based multirole fighter, developed in the late 1980s, primarily deployed on the Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 29 April 1999 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 22 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 25,000 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,200 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The Su-33 Flanker-D is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 2,300 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the Su-33 Flanker-D's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The Su-33 Flanker-D has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The Su-33 Flanker-D has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the J-15 Flying Shark's 33,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the Su-33 Flanker-D's 22.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The Su-33 Flanker-D entered service first in 1994, 19 years before the J-15 Flying Shark which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-15 Flying Shark or Su-33 Flanker-D?
The J-15 Flying Shark has been produced in greater numbers with 76 units compared to 22 units of the Su-33 Flanker-D.