MiG-25 Foxbat vs Su-24 Fencer

Overview

The MiG-25 Foxbat and the Su-24 Fencer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Sukhoi respectively.

The MiG-25 Foxbat reaches 3,000 km/h — 2.1x the Su-24 Fencer's 1,450 km/h. The MiG-25 Foxbat has an operational range of 1,860 km vs 615 km for the Su-24 Fencer. The MiG-25 Foxbat operates at altitudes up to 20,700 m compared to 16,500 m for the Su-24 Fencer.

The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in 1,186 units vs 1,400 for the Su-24 Fencer. Unit cost is $15M for the MiG-25 Foxbat vs $25M for the Su-24 Fencer. The MiG-25 Foxbat first flew 3 years before the Su-24 Fencer (1964 vs 1967).

Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-25 Foxbat Combat profile drawing
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 strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation.
Sukhoi Su-24 Fencer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 2 July 1967
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 1400 units
Average unit price $25 million
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 46.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.6 m â—‰
Height 6.2 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 39,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,320 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,787 kgf â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 1,450 km/h, a difference of 1,550 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,700 kg compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat's 36,200 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat's 23.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the MiG-25 Foxbat at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The MiG-25 Foxbat entered service first in 1970, 3 years before the Su-24 Fencer which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has been produced in greater numbers with 1,400 units compared to 1,186 units of the MiG-25 Foxbat.