Mirage III / 5 / 50 vs Nesher

Overview

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

Top speed is 2,350 km/h for the Mirage III / 5 / 50 vs 2,573 km/h for the Nesher. The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has an operational range of 2,400 km vs 1,300 km for the Nesher. The Nesher operates at altitudes up to 17,680 m compared to 17,000 m for the Mirage III / 5 / 50.

The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has been produced in 1,422 units vs 61 for the Nesher. The Mirage III / 5 / 50 first flew 13 years before the Nesher (1956 vs 1969).

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
Israeli multirole fighter, developed in the late 1960s as a derivative of the Mirage 5, and extensively used in Middle Eastern and South Atlantic conflicts.
IAI Nesher Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 September 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 61 units
Average unit price --
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—‰
Wing area 34.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.2 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 15.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2573 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,680 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 223 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the Nesher's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher service ceiling at 17,680 meters (58,005 ft) compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Nesher is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 15.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 entered service first in 1961, 10 years before the Nesher which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage III / 5 / 50 or Nesher?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 61 units of the Nesher.