F-5 Freedom Fighter vs Azarakhsh

American light fighter of Cold War era, notable for worldwide deployment, used extensively in Vietnam and various regional conflicts.
Northrop F-5 Freedom Fighter Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Northrop
First flight 30 July 1959
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 1204 units
Average unit price $2 million
Iranian jet fighter, developed in the late 20th century, operated by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.
HESA Azarakhsh Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 April 1997
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 6 units
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Wing area 17.3 m²
Wingspan 8.1 m
Height 4.1 m
Length 14.5 m
Maximum speed 1700 km/h
Operational range 891 km
Service ceiling 15,789 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,187 kg
Empty weight 4,349 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf â—‰
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the Azarakhsh's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter has a longer range at 891 km compared to the Azarakhsh's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter has a higher service ceiling at 15,789 meters (51,801 ft) compared to the Azarakhsh's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,187 kg compared to the Azarakhsh's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the Azarakhsh's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter entered service first in 1965, 36 years before the Azarakhsh which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-5 Freedom Fighter or Azarakhsh?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter has been produced in greater numbers with 1,204 units compared to 6 units of the Azarakhsh.