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Saeqeh vs JF-17 Thunder

Saeqeh vs JF-17 Thunder at a glance — range 3,000 vs 900 km, built 6 vs 144 units.

CAC/PAC JF-17 Thunder combat aircraft side profile drawing
Specifications
Saeqeh JF-17 Thunder
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇨🇳 China🇵🇰 Pakistan
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HESA CAC/PAC
First flight 1 July 2004 25 August 2003
Year introduced 2007 2007
Number produced 6 units 144 units
Average unit price -- $25 million
Wing area -- m² 24.4 m²
Wingspan -- m 9.0 m
Height -- m 4.8 m
Length -- m 14.0 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 1960 km/h
Operational range 3,000 km 900 km
Service ceiling -- m 16,700 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 12,701 kg
Empty weight -- kg 6,411 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 8,606 kgf
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Saeqeh or JF-17 Thunder?
The Saeqeh has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 900 km.
Which entered service first, the Saeqeh or JF-17 Thunder?
Both the Saeqeh and JF-17 Thunder entered service in the same year: 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Saeqeh or JF-17 Thunder?
The JF-17 Thunder has been produced in greater numbers with 144 units compared to 6 units of the Saeqeh.