Alphajet vs F-1 / T-2
| French-German trainer jet, known for North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) pilot training, used particularly from late 1970s onward. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault-Bréguet/Dornier |
| First flight | 26 October 1973 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 480 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Japanese jet fighter-bomber, most prevalent during the Cold War, notably deployed for defense and patrol missions in Japan. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| First flight | 20 July 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 77 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| Wing area | 17.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,095 km |
| Service ceiling | 14,630 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,515 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,700 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,197 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,272 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the Alphajet's 1,000 km/h, a difference of 700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The Alphajet has a longer range at 1,095 km compared to the F-1 / T-2's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Alphajet's 14,630 meters (47,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,800 kg compared to the Alphajet's 7,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 is longer at 17.9 meters compared to the Alphajet's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the Alphajet at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The F-1 / T-2 entered service first in 1977, 1 years before the Alphajet which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Alphajet or F-1 / T-2?
The Alphajet has been produced in greater numbers with 480 units compared to 77 units of the F-1 / T-2.