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F-35 Lightning II vs Saeqeh

Overview

The F-35 Lightning II and the Saeqeh are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and HESA respectively.

The F-35 Lightning II has an operational range of 2,800 km vs 3,000 km for the Saeqeh.

The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in 965 units vs 6 for the Saeqeh. The Saeqeh first flew 2 years before the F-35 Lightning II (2004 vs 2006).

American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 15 December 2006
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 965 units
Average unit price $85 million
Iranian single-seat jet fighter, developed in the early 21st century, derived from the Northrop F-5 and used for combat and tactical operations.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 July 2004
Year introduced 2007
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 43.0 m²
Wingspan 11.0 m
Height 4.4 m
Length 15.6 m
Maximum speed 1960 km/h
Operational range 2,800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 27,216 kg
Empty weight 14,651 kg
Total thrust 1 x 19,500 kgf â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan -- m
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 3,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
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Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The F-35 Lightning II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,960 km/h compared to the Saeqeh's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,960 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The Saeqeh has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The F-35 Lightning II has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Saeqeh's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The F-35 Lightning II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 27,216 kg compared to the Saeqeh's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The F-35 Lightning II is longer at 15.6 meters compared to the Saeqeh's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The Saeqeh entered service first in 2007, 6 years before the F-35 Lightning II which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 6 units of the Saeqeh.