F-86 Sabre vs J-29 Tunnan
| American fighter jet, iconic of the Korean War period, widely operational across cold-war frontline, supersonic, and recognized for its dog-fighting capability. | |
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| 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 jet fighter, developed during the 1940s, renowned for Cold War operations and United Nations deployment in Congo Conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 September 1948 |
| Year introduced | 1952 |
| Number produced | 661 units |
| Average unit price | $1 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1060 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,375 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,845 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,753 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre is faster with a maximum speed of 1,127 km/h compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h, a difference of 67 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre has a longer range at 2,454 km compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre has a higher service ceiling at 15,850 meters (52,001 ft) compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,621 kg compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg.
Which is larger, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre is more expensive at approximately $1.2 million per unit compared to the J-29 Tunnan at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre entered service first in 1949, 3 years before the J-29 Tunnan which entered service in 1952.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-86 Sabre or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-86 Sabre has been produced in greater numbers with 9,860 units compared to 661 units of the J-29 Tunnan.