J-35 Draken vs Rafale
The J-35 Draken and the Rafale are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,120 km/h for the J-35 Draken vs 1,912 km/h for the Rafale. The J-35 Draken has an operational range of 2,750 km vs 1,850 km for the Rafale. The J-35 Draken operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 15,835 m for the Rafale. The J-35 Draken has been produced in 651 units vs 316 for the Rafale. Unit cost is $2.5M for the J-35 Draken vs $115M for the Rafale. The J-35 Draken first flew 31 years before the Rafale (1955 vs 1986).
| Swedish fighter jet from the Cold War era, renowned for Arctic Circle operations and exports to Denmark, Finland and Austria. | |
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| 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 |
| French twin-engine multirole fighter, known for its versatility, advanced avionics, and high maneuverability. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 4 July 1986 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
| Average unit price | $115 million |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2120 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,750 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,865 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,759 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 45.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1912 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,835 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 9,850 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,650 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the Rafale's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 208 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken has a longer range at 2,750 km compared to the Rafale's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Rafale's 15,835 meters (51,952 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The Rafale has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,500 kg compared to the J-35 Draken's 16,000 kg.
Which is larger, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the Rafale's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The Rafale is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the J-35 Draken at $2.5 million.
Which entered service first, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken entered service first in 1959, 42 years before the Rafale which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the J-35 Draken or Rafale?
The J-35 Draken has been produced in greater numbers with 651 units compared to 316 units of the Rafale.