F-2 vs Rafale
| Japanese multirole fighter, derived from the F-16, extensively operational since the 2000s in Japan's Air Self-Defense Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| First flight | 7 October 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 98 units |
| Average unit price | $100 million |
| French twin-engine multirole fighter, known for its versatility, advanced avionics, and high maneuverability. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 4 July 1986 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 239 units |
| Average unit price | $115 million |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2124 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 833 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,983 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,090 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,525 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,711 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 45.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1912 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,196 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 20,388 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of F-2 by Lockheed Martin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-2 or Rafale?
The F-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,124 km/h compared to the Rafale's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 212 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-2 or Rafale?
The Rafale has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the F-2's 833 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-2 or Rafale?
The F-2 has a higher service ceiling at 17,983 meters (58,999 ft) compared to the Rafale's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-2 or Rafale?
The Rafale has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,500 kg compared to the F-2's 22,090 kg.
Which is larger, the F-2 or Rafale?
The F-2 is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the Rafale's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-2 or Rafale?
The Rafale is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the F-2 at $100 million.
Which entered service first, the F-2 or Rafale?
The F-2 entered service first in 2000, 1 years before the Rafale which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-2 or Rafale?
The Rafale has been produced in greater numbers with 239 units compared to 98 units of the F-2.