MiG-21 Fishbed vs Mirage F2 / F3
The MiG-21 Fishbed and the Mirage F2 / F3 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,125 km/h for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs 1,650 km/h for the Mirage F2 / F3. The Mirage F2 / F3 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 19,000 m for the MiG-21 Fishbed. At 18,000 kg MTOW, the Mirage F2 / F3 is 2.1x the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg. The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in 11,496 units vs 1 for the Mirage F2 / F3. Unit cost is $2M for the MiG-21 Fishbed vs $10M for the Mirage F2 / F3. The MiG-21 Fishbed first flew 11 years before the Mirage F2 / F3 (1955 vs 1966).
| Soviet supersonic jet fighter, renowned for extensive service during the Cold War, prevalent in various international conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 16 June 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 11496 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| French jet fighter-bomber, specifically built for all-weather role during the Cold War, never deployed operationally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 12 June 1966 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wing area | 23.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2125 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 660 km |
| Service ceiling | 19,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,625 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,871 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,689 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 36.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1650 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 9,072 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The MiG-21 Fishbed is faster with a maximum speed of 2,125 km/h compared to the Mirage F2 / F3's 1,650 km/h, a difference of 475 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has a longer range at 660 km compared to the Mirage F2 / F3's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The Mirage F2 / F3 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 19,000 meters (62,335 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The Mirage F2 / F3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 18,000 kg compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 8,625 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The Mirage F2 / F3 is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed's 13.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The Mirage F2 / F3 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the MiG-21 Fishbed at $2.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-21 Fishbed or Mirage F2 / F3?
The MiG-21 Fishbed has been produced in greater numbers with 11,496 units compared to 1 units of the Mirage F2 / F3.