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Kowsar vs Saeqeh

Overview

The Kowsar and the Saeqeh are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by HESA and HESA respectively.

The Kowsar has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 3,000 km for the Saeqeh.

The Kowsar has been produced in 7 units vs 6 for the Saeqeh. The Saeqeh first flew 14 years before the Kowsar (2004 vs 2018).

Iranian fighter jet based on the Northrop F-5, developed in the early 21st century and utilized for combat and pilot training.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 August 2018
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 7 units
Average unit price --
Iranian single-seat jet fighter, developed in the early 21st century, derived from the Northrop F-5 and used for combat and tactical operations.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 July 2004
Year introduced 2007
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 17.3 m²
Wingspan 8.1 m
Height 4.1 m
Length 14.5 m
Maximum speed 1700 km/h
Operational range 1,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,800 m
Max. takeoff weight 9,312 kg
Empty weight 4,349 kg
Total thrust 2 x 8 kN â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan -- m
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 3,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Kowsar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the Saeqeh's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Saeqeh has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Kowsar has a higher service ceiling at 15,800 meters (51,837 ft) compared to the Saeqeh's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Kowsar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,312 kg compared to the Saeqeh's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Kowsar is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the Saeqeh's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Saeqeh entered service first in 2007, 11 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kowsar or Saeqeh?
The Kowsar has been produced in greater numbers with 7 units compared to 6 units of the Saeqeh.