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F-35 Lightning II vs Saeqeh

F-35 Lightning II vs Saeqeh at a glance — range 2,800 vs 3,000 km, built 1,375 vs 6 units.

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Specifications
F-35 Lightning II Saeqeh
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin HESA
First flight 15 December 2006 1 July 2004
Year introduced 2011 2007
Number produced 1375 units 6 units
Average unit price $103 million --
Wing area 43.0 m² -- m²
Wingspan 10.7 m -- m
Height 4.4 m -- m
Length 15.7 m -- m
Maximum speed 1960 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 2,800 km 3,000 km
Service ceiling 15,240 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 29,900 kg -- kg
Empty weight 13,290 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 19,500 kgf --
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Frequently Asked Questions

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 entered service first, the F-35 Lightning II or Saeqeh?
The Saeqeh entered service first in 2007, 4 years before the F-35 Lightning II which entered service in 2011.
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 1,375 units compared to 6 units of the Saeqeh.