F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs Su-15 Flagon
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo and the Su-15 Flagon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,223 km/h for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,380 km for the Su-15 Flagon. The Su-15 Flagon operates at altitudes up to 17,678 m compared to 16,764 m for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has been produced in 137 units vs 1,290 for the Su-15 Flagon. Unit cost is $30M for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs $4M for the Su-15 Flagon. The Su-15 Flagon first flew 27 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo (1962 vs 1989).
| Taiwanese multirole fighter, operational since the 1990s, combat proven during cross-strait tensions with China. | |
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| Origin country | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AIDC |
| First flight | 28 May 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 137 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| 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 |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2223 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,247 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,486 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,722 kgf â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo is faster with a maximum speed of 2,223 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 252 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon is longer at 16.5 meters compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Su-15 Flagon at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has been produced in greater numbers with 1,290 units compared to 137 units of the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo.