F-2 vs Typhoon
| 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 | $-- 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 | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| 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 | 51.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2495 km/h |
| 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 12,232 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 Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the F-2's 0 km/h, a difference of 2,495 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the F-2's 833 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The F-2 has a higher service ceiling at 17,983 meters (58,999 ft) compared to the Typhoon's 16,765 meters (55,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the F-2's 22,090 kg.
Which is larger, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the F-2's 15.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The F-2 entered service first in 2000, 3 years before the Typhoon which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-2 or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has been produced in greater numbers with 589 units compared to 98 units of the F-2.