Mirage F2 / F3 vs Typhoon
The Mirage F2 / F3 and the Typhoon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Eurofighter respectively. Top speed is 1,650 km/h for the Mirage F2 / F3 vs 2,495 km/h for the Typhoon. The Mirage F2 / F3 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 16,765 m for the Typhoon. The Mirage F2 / F3 has been produced in 1 units vs 589 for the Typhoon. Unit cost is $10M for the Mirage F2 / F3 vs $90M for the Typhoon. The Mirage F2 / F3 first flew 28 years before the Typhoon (1966 vs 1994).
| French jet fighter-bomber, specifically built for all-weather role during the Cold War, never deployed operationally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 12 June 1966 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 36.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1650 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 9,072 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 |
| 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 F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the Mirage F2 / F3's 1,650 km/h, a difference of 845 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Mirage F2 / F3's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Mirage F2 / F3 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 F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the Mirage F2 / F3's 18,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Mirage F2 / F3 is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the Typhoon's 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the Mirage F2 / F3 at $10 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage F2 / F3 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has been produced in greater numbers with 589 units compared to 1 units of the Mirage F2 / F3.