Mirage F1 vs Typhoon

The Mirage F1 and the Typhoon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Eurofighter respectively. Top speed is 2,350 km/h for the Mirage F1 vs 2,495 km/h for the Typhoon. The Mirage F1 has an operational range of 425 km vs 2,900 km for the Typhoon. The Mirage F1 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 16,765 m for the Typhoon. The Mirage F1 has been produced in 726 units vs 589 for the Typhoon. Unit cost is $8M for the Mirage F1 vs $90M for the Typhoon. The Mirage F1 first flew 28 years before the Typhoon (1966 vs 1994).

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
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.
Eurofighter Typhoon Combat profile drawing
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 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 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 6,116 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the Mirage F1's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 145 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Mirage F1 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the Mirage F1's 15,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the Mirage F1's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the Mirage F1 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Mirage F1 entered service first in 1973, 30 years before the Typhoon which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage F1 or Typhoon?
The Mirage F1 has been produced in greater numbers with 726 units compared to 589 units of the Typhoon.