| Attribute | Shenyang J-8 × | Supermarine Scimitar × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Shenyang | Supermarine |
| Model | Shenyang J-8 | Supermarine Scimitar |
| Country | China | United Kingdom |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1979 | 1956 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 2010 | 1961 |
| Type | Fighter Jets | Fighter Jets |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 2x Guizhou WP-13B | 2x Rolls-Royce Avon 202 |
| Power, lbf (lbf) | 15,430 | 11,250 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 2,222 | 1,185 |
| Travel range (km) | 2,200 | 2,291 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 17,983 | 14,021 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 200 | 34.3 |
| Take off distance (m) | 630 | - |
| Landing distance (m) | 900 | - |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 17,800 | 15,515 |
| Max payload (kg) | 6,500 | 1,900 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 5,546 | 4,830 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior length (m) | 21.6 | 16.87 |
| Tail height (m) | 5.41 | 5.28 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.2 | - |
| Wing span (m) | 9.3 | 11.33 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |