Cheetah vs Kfir
| 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 | $-- million |
| Israeli fighter aircraft, known for its late Cold War-era operations, notable for South American and Sri Lankan combat deployment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 4 June 1973 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 220 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2338 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,400 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2440 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,285 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,393 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Cheetah by South African Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Kfir is faster with a maximum speed of 2,440 km/h compared to the Cheetah's 2,338 km/h, a difference of 102 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Cheetah has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the Kfir's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Kfir has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the Cheetah's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the Kfir's 16,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Kfir is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the Cheetah's 15.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Kfir entered service first in 1974, 12 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or Kfir?
The Kfir has been produced in greater numbers with 220 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.