MiG29 'Fulcrum' ( Russia)

Armament: 4-6 air-to-air missiles
Combat radius: 2300 km (1400 miles)

This twin-finned Russian fighter has superior radar systems and avionics. It is an agile craft capable of violent manoeuvring in a dogfight.

F15 'Eagle' ( USA)

Armament: 8 air-to-air missiles
Combat radius: 5750 km (3570 miles)

The McDonnell Douglas F-15 'Eagle' is the west's premier air-defence fighter. The Eagle is big, powerful and has excellent manoeuvrability.