Mirage 2000 vs Mirage F1

French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars.
Mirage 2000 Combat photo
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 1 March 1978
Year introduced 1983
Number produced 601 units
Average unit price $23 million
French tactical fighter jet, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed in various intercontinental conflicts.
Mirage F1 Combat photo
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 41.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.1 m â—‰
Height 5.2 m â—‰
Length 14.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2336 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,550 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,300 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 17,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 6,626 kgf â—‰
Dassault Mirage 2000 Combat profile drawing
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—‰
Dassault Mirage F1 Combat profile drawing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the Mirage 2000's 2,336 km/h, a difference of 14 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage 2000 has a longer range at 1,550 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Mirage 2000's 18,300 meters (60,039 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,500 kg compared to the Mirage F1's 15,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage 2000 is more expensive at approximately $23 million per unit compared to the Mirage F1 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 entered service first in 1973, 10 years before the Mirage 2000 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has been produced in greater numbers with 726 units compared to 601 units of the Mirage 2000.