Cheetah vs F-5E Tiger II
Overview
The Cheetah and the F-5E Tiger II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Atlas and Northrop respectively.
Top speed is 2,338 km/h for the Cheetah vs 1,700 km/h for the F-5E Tiger II. The Cheetah has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 891 km for the F-5E Tiger II. The Cheetah operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 15,789 m for the F-5E Tiger II.
The Cheetah has been produced in 38 units vs 1,399 for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-5E Tiger II first flew 14 years before the Cheetah (1972 vs 1986).
| South African jet fighter, evolved in the Cold War era, extensively deployed for air defence and aerial refuelling missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Atlas |
| First flight | 16 July 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American fighter jet, used in the Cold War era, notable for its worldwide military deployments, including operation Desert Storm. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop |
| First flight | 11 August 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1399 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2338 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,400 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wing area | 17.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 891 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,789 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,187 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,349 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,588 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The Cheetah is faster with a maximum speed of 2,338 km/h compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 638 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The Cheetah has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The Cheetah has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 15,789 meters (51,801 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 11,187 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The Cheetah is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 14.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II entered service first in 1976, 10 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,399 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.