Cheetah vs Nesher
Overview
The Cheetah and the Nesher are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Atlas and IAI respectively.
Top speed is 2,338 km/h for the Cheetah vs 2,573 km/h for the Nesher. The Cheetah has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 1,300 km for the Nesher. The Nesher operates at altitudes up to 17,680 m compared to 17,000 m for the Cheetah.
The Cheetah has been produced in 38 units vs 61 for the Nesher. The Nesher first flew 17 years before the Cheetah (1969 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 | -- |
| Israeli multirole fighter, developed in the late 1960s as a derivative of the Mirage 5, and extensively used in Middle Eastern and South Atlantic conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 61 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2573 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,680 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,600 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the Cheetah's 2,338 km/h, a difference of 235 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the Cheetah's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher service ceiling at 17,680 meters (58,005 ft) compared to the Cheetah's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the Nesher's 13,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the Cheetah's 15.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher entered service first in 1971, 15 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or Nesher?
The Nesher has been produced in greater numbers with 61 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.