45 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-25PDS Foxbat-E & Mikoyan MiG-29A Fulcrum-A (Russian AF)
Nothing reflects the change in Soviet Air Force requirements and design philosophies better than comparing the Foxbat and the Fulcrum. Where the massive Foxbat was built for outright speed, the tiny Fulcrum was built for maneuverability. Thanks to everyone for commenting on and supporting this long post. Also, thanks to Wikipedia, Global Security, and Military Factory for the information and specifications.
45 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-25PDS Foxbat-E & Mikoyan MiG-29A Fulcrum-A (Russian AF)
Nothing reflects the change in Soviet Air Force requirements and design philosophies better than comparing the Foxbat and the Fulcrum. Where the massive Foxbat was built for outright speed, the tiny Fulcrum was built for maneuverability. Thanks to everyone for commenting on and supporting this long post. Also, thanks to Wikipedia, Global Security, and Military Factory for the information and specifications.