Jaguar vs Rafale
Overview
The Jaguar and the Rafale are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by SEPECAT and Dassault respectively.
Top speed is 1,593 km/h for the Jaguar vs 1,912 km/h for the Rafale. The Jaguar has an operational range of 815 km vs 1,850 km for the Rafale. The Rafale operates at altitudes up to 15,835 m compared to 14,000 m for the Jaguar.
The Jaguar has been produced in 573 units vs 316 for the Rafale. Unit cost is $10M for the Jaguar vs $115M for the Rafale. The Jaguar first flew 18 years before the Rafale (1968 vs 1986).
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SEPECAT |
| First flight | 8 September 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 573 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 815 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,000 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 45.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1912 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,835 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,850 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,650 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Rafale is faster with a maximum speed of 1,912 km/h compared to the Jaguar's 1,593 km/h, a difference of 319 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Rafale has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Jaguar's 815 km.
Which can fly higher, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Rafale has a higher service ceiling at 15,835 meters (51,952 ft) compared to the Jaguar's 14,000 meters (45,931 ft).
Which is heavier, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Rafale has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,500 kg compared to the Jaguar's 15,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Jaguar is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the Rafale's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Rafale is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the Jaguar at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Jaguar entered service first in 1972, 29 years before the Rafale which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Jaguar or Rafale?
The Jaguar has been produced in greater numbers with 573 units compared to 316 units of the Rafale.