F-1 / T-2 vs F-5E Tiger II

Overview

The F-1 / T-2 and the F-5E Tiger II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mitsubishi and Northrop respectively.

Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-1 / T-2 vs 1,700 km/h for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-1 / T-2 has an operational range of 2,870 km vs 891 km for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-5E Tiger II operates at altitudes up to 15,789 m compared to 15,240 m for the F-1 / T-2.

The F-1 / T-2 has been produced in 77 units vs 1,399 for the F-5E Tiger II. Unit cost is $22M for the F-1 / T-2 vs $3M for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-1 / T-2 first flew 1 years before the F-5E Tiger II (1971 vs 1972).

Japanese jet fighter-bomber, most prevalent during the Cold War, notably deployed for defense and patrol missions in Japan.
Mitsubishi F-1 / T-2 Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Japan
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mitsubishi
First flight 20 July 1971
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 77 units
Average unit price $22 million
American fighter jet, used in the Cold War era, notable for its worldwide military deployments, including operation Desert Storm.
Northrop F-5E Tiger II Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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 21.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 7.9 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,870 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,800 kg β—‰
Empty weight 6,197 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,136 kgf β—‰
Wing area 17.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 8.1 m β—‰
Height 4.1 m β—‰
Length 14.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h β—‰
Operational range 891 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,789 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,187 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,349 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the F-1 / T-2's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-1 / T-2 has a longer range at 2,870 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II has a higher service ceiling at 15,789 meters (51,801 ft) compared to the F-1 / T-2's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-1 / T-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,800 kg compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 11,187 kg.
Which is larger, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-1 / T-2 is longer at 17.9 meters compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-1 / T-2 is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the F-5E Tiger II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II entered service first in 1976, 1 years before the F-1 / T-2 which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-1 / T-2 or F-5E Tiger II?
The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,399 units compared to 77 units of the F-1 / T-2.