Mirage F1 vs Mirage III / 5 / 50

Overview

The Mirage F1 and the Mirage III / 5 / 50 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 2,350 km/h for the Mirage F1 vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage F1 has an operational range of 425 km vs 2,400 km for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage F1 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 17,000 m for the Mirage III / 5 / 50.

The Mirage F1 has been produced in 726 units vs 1,422 for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. Unit cost is $8M for the Mirage F1 vs $5M for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage III / 5 / 50 first flew 10 years before the Mirage F1 (1956 vs 1966).

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
French jet fighter-bomber, notable for its role in multiple conflicts globally since the 1960s, including the Six-Day War.
Dassault Mirage III / 5 / 50 Combat profile drawing
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 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—‰
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 F1 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 F1's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage F1 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage F1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 15,200 kg compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage F1 is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage F1 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 entered service first in 1961, 12 years before the Mirage F1 which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage F1 or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 726 units of the Mirage F1.