F-101 Voodoo vs JAS 39 Gripen
The F-101 Voodoo and the JAS 39 Gripen are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Saab respectively. Top speed is 1,825 km/h for the F-101 Voodoo vs 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-101 Voodoo has an operational range of 2,450 km vs 805 km for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-101 Voodoo operates at altitudes up to 17,800 m compared to 15,240 m for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in 807 units vs 300 for the JAS 39 Gripen. Unit cost is $2M for the F-101 Voodoo vs $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-101 Voodoo first flew 34 years before the JAS 39 Gripen (1954 vs 1988).
| American supersonic jet fighter, used extensively during the Cold War, significant for its reconnaissance roles in the Cuban Missile Crisis. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 29 September 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 807 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 9 December 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Wing area | 34.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1825 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,770 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,925 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,433 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 30.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 805 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,507 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The JAS 39 Gripen is faster with a maximum speed of 2,100 km/h compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 1,825 km/h, a difference of 275 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo has a longer range at 2,450 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher service ceiling at 17,800 meters (58,398 ft) compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,770 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The JAS 39 Gripen is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the F-101 Voodoo at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo entered service first in 1959, 37 years before the JAS 39 Gripen which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-101 Voodoo or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in greater numbers with 807 units compared to 300 units of the JAS 39 Gripen.