CF-105 Arrow vs F-101 Voodoo

Overview

The CF-105 Arrow and the F-101 Voodoo are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Avro and McDonnell Douglas respectively.

Top speed is 2,103 km/h for the CF-105 Arrow vs 1,825 km/h for the F-101 Voodoo. The CF-105 Arrow has an operational range of 483 km vs 2,450 km for the F-101 Voodoo. The F-101 Voodoo operates at altitudes up to 17,800 m compared to 16,154 m for the CF-105 Arrow.

The CF-105 Arrow has been produced in 5 units vs 807 for the F-101 Voodoo. Unit cost is $3M for the CF-105 Arrow vs $2M for the F-101 Voodoo. The F-101 Voodoo first flew 4 years before the CF-105 Arrow (1954 vs 1958).

Canadian interceptor fighter, developed during the Cold War, cancelled before operational deployment.
Avro CF-105 Arrow Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Avro
First flight 25 March 1958
Year introduced --
Number produced 5 units
Average unit price $3 million
American supersonic jet fighter, used extensively during the Cold War, significant for its reconnaissance roles in the Cuban Missile Crisis.
McDonnell Douglas F-101 Voodoo Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 29 September 1954
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 807 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wing area 113.8 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 15.0 m β—‰
Height 6.3 m β—‰
Length 23.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2103 km/h β—‰
Operational range 483 km β—‰
Service ceiling 16,154 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 31,120 kg β—‰
Empty weight 22,245 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf β—‰
Wing area 34.2 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 12.1 m β—‰
Height 5.5 m β—‰
Length 20.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1825 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,450 km β—‰
Service ceiling 17,800 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,770 kg β—‰
Empty weight 12,925 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,433 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The CF-105 Arrow is faster with a maximum speed of 2,103 km/h compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 1,825 km/h, a difference of 278 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The F-101 Voodoo has a longer range at 2,450 km compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 483 km.
Which can fly higher, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher service ceiling at 17,800 meters (58,398 ft) compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 16,154 meters (52,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The CF-105 Arrow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,120 kg compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 23,770 kg.
Which is larger, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The CF-105 Arrow is longer at 23.7 meters compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 20.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The CF-105 Arrow is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-101 Voodoo at $2.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CF-105 Arrow or F-101 Voodoo?
The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in greater numbers with 807 units compared to 5 units of the CF-105 Arrow.