MiG-25 Foxbat vs Tu-123 Yastreb
Overview
The MiG-25 Foxbat is a Combat Aircraft built by Mikoyan-Gurevitch, while the Tu-123 Yastreb is a Military Drones by Tupolev.
Top speed is 3,000 km/h for the MiG-25 Foxbat vs 2,700 km/h for the Tu-123 Yastreb. The MiG-25 Foxbat has an operational range of 1,860 km vs 3,200 km for the Tu-123 Yastreb. The Tu-123 Yastreb operates at altitudes up to 22,800 m compared to 20,700 m for the MiG-25 Foxbat.
The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in 1,186 units vs 52 for the Tu-123 Yastreb. The Tu-123 Yastreb first flew 1 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat (1963 vs 1964).
| Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 6 March 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 1186 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Soviet long-range high-altitude supersonic strategic unmanned reconnaissance drone, introduced in the mid-1960s and used for intelligence gathering over Europe. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 December 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 52 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 61.4 m² |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 3000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,860 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,492 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 27.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 22,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,610 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 98 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the Tu-123 Yastreb's 2,700 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a longer range at 3,200 km compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat's 1,860 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a higher service ceiling at 22,800 meters (74,803 ft) compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat's 20,700 meters (67,913 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the Tu-123 Yastreb's 35,610 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb is longer at 27.8 meters compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat's 23.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb entered service first in 1964, 6 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in greater numbers with 1,186 units compared to 52 units of the Tu-123 Yastreb.