Mirage 2000 vs Mirage III / 5 / 50
Overview
The Mirage 2000 and the Mirage III / 5 / 50 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Dassault respectively.
Top speed is 2,336 km/h for the Mirage 2000 vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage 2000 has an operational range of 1,550 km vs 2,400 km for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage 2000 operates at altitudes up to 18,300 m compared to 17,000 m for the Mirage III / 5 / 50.
The Mirage 2000 has been produced in 601 units vs 1,422 for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. Unit cost is $23M for the Mirage 2000 vs $5M for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage III / 5 / 50 first flew 22 years before the Mirage 2000 (1956 vs 1978).
| French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars. | |
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| 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 jet fighter-bomber, notable for its role in multiple conflicts globally since the 1960s, including the Six-Day War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 17 November 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 1422 units |
| Average unit price | $5 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,300 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 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 III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the Mirage 2000's 1,550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,500 kg compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage 2000 is more expensive at approximately $23 million per unit compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 entered service first in 1961, 22 years before the Mirage 2000 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage 2000 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 601 units of the Mirage 2000.