F-35 Lightning II vs Yak-141 Freestyle

Overview

The F-35 Lightning II and the Yak-141 Freestyle are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Yakovlev respectively.

Top speed is 1,960 km/h for the F-35 Lightning II vs 1,800 km/h for the Yak-141 Freestyle. The F-35 Lightning II has an operational range of 2,800 km vs 2,100 km for the Yak-141 Freestyle. The Yak-141 Freestyle operates at altitudes up to 15,500 m compared to 15,000 m for the F-35 Lightning II.

The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in 965 units vs 4 for the Yak-141 Freestyle. The Yak-141 Freestyle first flew 19 years before the F-35 Lightning II (1987 vs 2006).

American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations.
Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 15 December 2006
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 965 units
Average unit price $85 million
Soviet supersonic VTOL fighter, developed during late Cold War conditions, unused militarily despite ambitious testing regimen.
Yakovlev Yak-141 Freestyle Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 9 March 1987
Year introduced --
Number produced 4 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 43.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.0 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 15.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1960 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 27,216 kg β—‰
Empty weight 14,651 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 19,500 kgf β—‰
Wing area 31.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 10.1 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 18.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1800 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,100 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,500 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 11,650 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 11,022 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The F-35 Lightning II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,960 km/h compared to the Yak-141 Freestyle's 1,800 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The F-35 Lightning II has a longer range at 2,800 km compared to the Yak-141 Freestyle's 2,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The Yak-141 Freestyle has a higher service ceiling at 15,500 meters (50,853 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The F-35 Lightning II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 27,216 kg compared to the Yak-141 Freestyle's 19,500 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The Yak-141 Freestyle is longer at 18.4 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-35 Lightning II or Yak-141 Freestyle?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 4 units of the Yak-141 Freestyle.