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Azarakhsh vs Kfir

Azarakhsh vs Kfir at a glance — built 6 vs 220 units.

Specifications
Azarakhsh Kfir
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA IAI
First flight 1 April 1997 4 June 1973
Year introduced 2001 1974
Number produced 6 units 220 units
Average unit price -- $20 million
Wing area -- m² 34.8 m²
Wingspan -- m 8.2 m
Height -- m 4.6 m
Length -- m 15.7 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 2440 km/h
Operational range -- km 1,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 17,678 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 16,200 kg
Empty weight -- kg 7,285 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 8,119 kgf
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which entered service first, the Azarakhsh or Kfir?
The Kfir entered service first in 1974, 27 years before the Azarakhsh which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Azarakhsh or Kfir?
The Kfir has been produced in greater numbers with 220 units compared to 6 units of the Azarakhsh.