MiG-25 Foxbat vs Mirage F1

Overview

The MiG-25 Foxbat and the Mirage F1 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mikoyan-Gurevitch and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 3,000 km/h for the MiG-25 Foxbat vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage F1. The MiG-25 Foxbat has an operational range of 1,860 km vs 425 km for the Mirage F1. The MiG-25 Foxbat operates at altitudes up to 20,700 m compared to 20,000 m for the Mirage F1. At 36,200 kg MTOW, the MiG-25 Foxbat is 2.4x the Mirage F1's 15,200 kg.

The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in 1,186 units vs 726 for the Mirage F1. Unit cost is $15M for the MiG-25 Foxbat vs $8M for the Mirage F1. The MiG-25 Foxbat first flew 2 years before the Mirage F1 (1964 vs 1966).

Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-25 Foxbat Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 6 March 1964
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1186 units
Average unit price $15 million
French tactical fighter jet, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed in various intercontinental conflicts.
Dassault Mirage F1 Combat profile drawing
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 61.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m â—‰
Height 6.1 m â—‰
Length 23.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 3000 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,860 km â—‰
Service ceiling 20,700 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 36,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 20,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,492 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 MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the Mirage F1's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 650 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the Mirage F1's 20,000 meters (65,616 ft).
Which is heavier, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the Mirage F1's 15,200 kg.
Which is larger, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the Mirage F1's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Mirage F1 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat entered service first in 1970, 3 years before the Mirage F1 which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MiG-25 Foxbat or Mirage F1?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has been produced in greater numbers with 1,186 units compared to 726 units of the Mirage F1.