JA 37 Viggen vs Tornado
Overview
The JA 37 Viggen and the Tornado are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Panavia respectively.
Top speed is 2,231 km/h for the JA 37 Viggen vs 2,420 km/h for the Tornado. The JA 37 Viggen has an operational range of 1,820 km vs 3,148 km for the Tornado. The JA 37 Viggen operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,240 m for the Tornado.
The JA 37 Viggen has been produced in 329 units vs 990 for the Tornado. Unit cost is $5M for the JA 37 Viggen vs $35M for the Tornado. The JA 37 Viggen first flew 7 years before the Tornado (1967 vs 1974).
| Swedish fighter jet, key component of Cold War air defense, not deployed beyond national borders despite being built for NATO use. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 8 February 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 329 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| European multirole combat aircraft, renowned for operational history in Gulf War and Balkans conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Panavia |
| First flight | 14 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 990 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 46.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2231 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,820 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,348 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 26.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,148 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,890 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,936 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado is faster with a maximum speed of 2,420 km/h compared to the JA 37 Viggen's 2,231 km/h, a difference of 189 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado has a longer range at 3,148 km compared to the JA 37 Viggen's 1,820 km.
Which can fly higher, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The JA 37 Viggen has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Tornado's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the JA 37 Viggen's 20,000 kg.
Which is larger, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the JA 37 Viggen's 16.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the JA 37 Viggen at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The JA 37 Viggen entered service first in 1971, 9 years before the Tornado which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JA 37 Viggen or Tornado?
The Tornado has been produced in greater numbers with 990 units compared to 329 units of the JA 37 Viggen.