JF-17 Thunder vs Mirage F1
Overview
The JF-17 Thunder and the Mirage F1 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by CAC / PAC and Dassault respectively.
Top speed is 1,960 km/h for the JF-17 Thunder vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage F1. The JF-17 Thunder has an operational range of 900 km vs 425 km for the Mirage F1. The Mirage F1 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 16,700 m for the JF-17 Thunder.
The JF-17 Thunder has been produced in 144 units vs 726 for the Mirage F1. Unit cost is $30M for the JF-17 Thunder vs $8M for the Mirage F1. The Mirage F1 first flew 37 years before the JF-17 Thunder (1966 vs 2003).
| Jointly developed by China and Pakistan, the combat aircraft has seen deployment in multiple military operations since 2007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CAC / PAC |
| First flight | 25 August 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| French tactical fighter jet, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed in various intercontinental conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 23 December 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1973 |
| Number produced | 726 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Wing area | 24.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,411 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,097 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 425 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,024 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,550 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 390 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The JF-17 Thunder has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 16,700 meters (54,790 ft).
Which is heavier, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 15,200 kg compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 12,701 kg.
Which is larger, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the JF-17 Thunder's 14.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The JF-17 Thunder is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Mirage F1 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 entered service first in 1973, 34 years before the JF-17 Thunder which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JF-17 Thunder or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has been produced in greater numbers with 726 units compared to 144 units of the JF-17 Thunder.