Cheetah vs Mirage III / 5 / 50
| 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 |
| French jet fighter-bomber, notable for its role in multiple conflicts globally since the 1960s, including the Six-Day War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 17 November 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 1422 units |
| Average unit price | $5 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 | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,300 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 Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the Cheetah's 2,338 km/h, a difference of 12 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the Cheetah's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the Cheetah's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Cheetah is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 15.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 entered service first in 1961, 25 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.