Dassault Mirage G vs Mirage IV

The Dassault Mirage G and the Mirage IV are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,390 km/h for the Dassault Mirage G vs 2,340 km/h for the Mirage IV. The Dassault Mirage G has an operational range of 3,850 km vs 1,240 km for the Mirage IV. The Mirage IV operates at altitudes up to 20,000 m compared to 18,500 m for the Dassault Mirage G. The Dassault Mirage G has been produced in 3 units vs 66 for the Mirage IV. Unit cost is $25M for the Dassault Mirage G vs $15M for the Mirage IV. The Mirage IV first flew 8 years before the Dassault Mirage G (1959 vs 1967).

French experimental swing-wing fighter, designed during 1960s-1970s, never deployed operationally, evolved into several prototypes.
Dassault Dassault Mirage G Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 18 November 1967
Year introduced --
Number produced 3 units
Average unit price $25 million
French strategic bomber, deployed during the Cold War, renowned for nuclear deterrence patrols.
Dassault Mirage IV Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 17 June 1959
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 66 units
Average unit price $15 million
Wing area 37.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.4 m â—‰
Height 5.4 m â—‰
Length 18.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2390 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,850 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 14,740 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,000 kgf â—‰
Wing area 78.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 5.4 m â—‰
Length 23.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2340 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,240 km â—‰
Service ceiling 20,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,745 kg â—‰
Empty weight 14,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,700 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Dassault Mirage G is faster with a maximum speed of 2,390 km/h compared to the Mirage IV's 2,340 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Dassault Mirage G has a longer range at 3,850 km compared to the Mirage IV's 1,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Dassault Mirage G's 18,500 meters (60,695 ft).
Which is heavier, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,745 kg compared to the Dassault Mirage G's 23,800 kg.
Which is larger, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the Dassault Mirage G's 18.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Dassault Mirage G is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Mirage IV at $15 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dassault Mirage G or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has been produced in greater numbers with 66 units compared to 3 units of the Dassault Mirage G.