A-5 Vigilante vs Mirage IV
| American supersonic bomber, renowned for Cold War nuclear deterrent role, later adapted for reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | North American |
| First flight | 31 August 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 167 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| French strategic bomber, deployed during the Cold War, renowned for nuclear deterrence patrols. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 17 June 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 66 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 65.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,804 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,615 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,870 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,786 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 78.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2340 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,240 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,745 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,400 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV is faster with a maximum speed of 2,340 km/h compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 2,123 km/h, a difference of 217 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The A-5 Vigilante has a longer range at 1,804 km compared to the Mirage IV's 1,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 15,880 meters (52,099 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,745 kg compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 28,615 kg.
Which is larger, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 23.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the A-5 Vigilante at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The A-5 Vigilante entered service first in 1961, 3 years before the Mirage IV which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage IV?
The A-5 Vigilante has been produced in greater numbers with 167 units compared to 66 units of the Mirage IV.