F-86 Sabre vs Kowsar

Overview

The F-86 Sabre and the Kowsar are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by North American and HESA respectively.

Top speed is 1,127 km/h for the F-86 Sabre vs 1,700 km/h for the Kowsar. The F-86 Sabre has an operational range of 2,454 km vs 1,100 km for the Kowsar. The F-86 Sabre operates at altitudes up to 15,850 m compared to 15,800 m for the Kowsar.

The F-86 Sabre has been produced in 9,860 units vs 7 for the Kowsar. The F-86 Sabre first flew 71 years before the Kowsar (1947 vs 2018).

American fighter jet, iconic of the Korean War period, widely operational across cold-war frontline, supersonic, and recognized for its dog-fighting capability.
North American F-86 Sabre Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer North American
First flight 1 October 1947
Year introduced 1949
Number produced 9860 units
Average unit price $1.2 million
Iranian fighter jet based on the Northrop F-5, developed in the early 21st century and utilized for combat and pilot training.
HESA Kowsar Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 August 2018
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 7 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 28.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 11.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1127 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,454 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,850 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 9,621 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,443 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 3,402 kgf â—‰
Wing area 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.1 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 14.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 9,312 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,349 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8 kN â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The Kowsar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the F-86 Sabre's 1,127 km/h, a difference of 573 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The F-86 Sabre has a longer range at 2,454 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The F-86 Sabre has a higher service ceiling at 15,850 meters (52,001 ft) compared to the Kowsar's 15,800 meters (51,837 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The F-86 Sabre has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,621 kg compared to the Kowsar's 9,312 kg.
Which is larger, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The Kowsar is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the F-86 Sabre's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The F-86 Sabre entered service first in 1949, 69 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-86 Sabre or Kowsar?
The F-86 Sabre has been produced in greater numbers with 9,860 units compared to 7 units of the Kowsar.