CF-105 Arrow vs F-102 Delta Dagger

Overview

The CF-105 Arrow and the F-102 Delta Dagger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Avro and Convair respectively.

Top speed is 2,103 km/h for the CF-105 Arrow vs 1,328 km/h for the F-102 Delta Dagger. The CF-105 Arrow has an operational range of 483 km vs 2,170 km for the F-102 Delta Dagger. The F-102 Delta Dagger operates at altitudes up to 16,276 m compared to 16,154 m for the CF-105 Arrow. At 31,120 kg MTOW, the CF-105 Arrow is 2.2x the F-102 Delta Dagger's 14,288 kg.

The CF-105 Arrow has been produced in 5 units vs 1,000 for the F-102 Delta Dagger. Unit cost is $3M for the CF-105 Arrow vs $2.5M for the F-102 Delta Dagger. The F-102 Delta Dagger first flew 4 years before the CF-105 Arrow (1954 vs 1958).

CF-105 Arrow

Canadian interceptor fighter, developed during the Cold War, cancelled before operational deployment.
Avro CF-105 Arrow Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Avro
First flight 25 March 1958
Year introduced --
Number produced 5 units
Average unit price $3 million
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F-102 Delta Dagger

American interceptor, operational during the Cold War, primarily deployed for combat and reconnaissance missions in the United States.
Convair F-102 Delta Dagger Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Convair
First flight 24 October 1954
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 1000 units
Average unit price $2.5 million
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CF-105 Arrow

Wing area 113.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.0 m ◉
Height 6.3 m ◉
Length 23.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 2103 km/h ◉
Operational range 483 km ◉
Service ceiling 16,154 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 31,120 kg ◉
Empty weight 22,245 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf ◉

F-102 Delta Dagger

Wing area 61.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.6 m ◉
Height 6.5 m ◉
Length 20.8 m ◉
Maximum speed 1328 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,170 km ◉
Service ceiling 16,276 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 14,288 kg ◉
Empty weight 8,777 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 5,307 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The CF-105 Arrow is faster with a maximum speed of 2,103 km/h compared to the F-102 Delta Dagger's 1,328 km/h, a difference of 775 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The F-102 Delta Dagger has a longer range at 2,170 km compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 483 km.
Which can fly higher, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The F-102 Delta Dagger has a higher service ceiling at 16,276 meters (53,398 ft) compared to the CF-105 Arrow's 16,154 meters (52,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The CF-105 Arrow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,120 kg compared to the F-102 Delta Dagger's 14,288 kg.
Which is larger, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The CF-105 Arrow is longer at 23.7 meters compared to the F-102 Delta Dagger's 20.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The CF-105 Arrow is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-102 Delta Dagger at $2.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CF-105 Arrow or F-102 Delta Dagger?
The F-102 Delta Dagger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 5 units of the CF-105 Arrow.

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