F-1 / T-2 vs Kfir

Japanese jet fighter-bomber, most prevalent during the Cold War, notably deployed for defense and patrol missions in Japan.
Picture of F-1 / T-2
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
Israeli fighter aircraft, known for its late Cold War-era operations, notable for South American and Sri Lankan combat deployment.
Picture of Kfir
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 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—‰
Profile drawing of Mitsubishi F-1 / T-2
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
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—‰
Profile drawing of IAI Kfir

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The Kfir is faster with a maximum speed of 2,440 km/h compared to the F-1 / T-2's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 740 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The Kfir has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the F-1 / T-2's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The Kfir has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the F-1 / T-2's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The Kfir has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,200 kg compared to the F-1 / T-2's 12,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The F-1 / T-2 is longer at 17.9 meters compared to the Kfir's 15.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The F-1 / T-2 is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the Kfir at $20 million.
Which entered service first, the F-1 / T-2 or Kfir?
The Kfir entered service first in 1974, 3 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 Kfir?
The Kfir has been produced in greater numbers with 220 units compared to 77 units of the F-1 / T-2.