F-86 Sabre vs J-35 Draken

The F-86 Sabre and the J-35 Draken are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by North American and Saab respectively. Top speed is 1,127 km/h for the F-86 Sabre vs 2,120 km/h for the J-35 Draken. The F-86 Sabre has an operational range of 2,454 km vs 2,750 km for the J-35 Draken. The J-35 Draken operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 15,850 m for the F-86 Sabre. The F-86 Sabre has been produced in 9,860 units vs 651 for the J-35 Draken. Unit cost is $1.2M for the F-86 Sabre vs $2.5M for the J-35 Draken. The F-86 Sabre first flew 8 years before the J-35 Draken (1947 vs 1955).

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
Swedish fighter jet from the Cold War era, renowned for Arctic Circle operations and exports to Denmark, Finland and Austria.
Saab J-35 Draken Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab
First flight 25 October 1955
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 651 units
Average unit price $2.5 million
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 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.4 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 15.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2120 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 20,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 16,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,865 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 5,759 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the F-86 Sabre's 1,127 km/h, a difference of 993 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken has a longer range at 2,750 km compared to the F-86 Sabre's 2,454 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the F-86 Sabre's 15,850 meters (52,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,000 kg compared to the F-86 Sabre's 9,621 kg.
Which is larger, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the F-86 Sabre's 11.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The J-35 Draken is more expensive at approximately $2.5 million per unit compared to the F-86 Sabre at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The F-86 Sabre entered service first in 1949, 10 years before the J-35 Draken which entered service in 1959.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-86 Sabre or J-35 Draken?
The F-86 Sabre has been produced in greater numbers with 9,860 units compared to 651 units of the J-35 Draken.