Mirage 2000 vs Typhoon
| 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 |
| European multirole fighter, renowned for service in multinational military operations since late 20th century, noted for superior air-to-air and air-to-surface capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Eurofighter |
| First flight | 27 March 1994 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 589 units |
| Average unit price | $90 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 51.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2495 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,765 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,232 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the Mirage 2000's 2,336 km/h, a difference of 159 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Mirage 2000's 1,550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the Mirage 2000's 17,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the Mirage 2000 at $23 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Mirage 2000 entered service first in 1983, 20 years before the Typhoon which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage 2000 or Typhoon?
The Mirage 2000 has been produced in greater numbers with 601 units compared to 589 units of the Typhoon.