Nesher vs Sea Harrier
Overview
The Nesher and the Sea Harrier are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by IAI and British Aerospace respectively.
The Nesher reaches 2,573 km/h — 2.2x the Sea Harrier's 1,145 km/h. The Nesher has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 740 km for the Sea Harrier. The Nesher operates at altitudes up to 17,680 m compared to 16,000 m for the Sea Harrier.
The Nesher has been produced in 61 units vs 111 for the Sea Harrier. The Nesher first flew 9 years before the Sea Harrier (1969 vs 1978).
| 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. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 61 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| British naval short take-off and vertical landing jet fighter, reconnaissance and attack aircraft, developed in the late 1970s and operated from aircraft carriers for air defence and ground attack until the early 21st century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 20 August 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 111 units |
| Average unit price | $15.6 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 18.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1145 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,884 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,616 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 96 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the Sea Harrier's 1,145 km/h, a difference of 1,428 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the Sea Harrier's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher has a higher service ceiling at 17,680 meters (58,005 ft) compared to the Sea Harrier's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the Sea Harrier's 11,884 kg.
Which is larger, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the Sea Harrier's 14.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Nesher entered service first in 1971, 9 years before the Sea Harrier which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Nesher or Sea Harrier?
The Sea Harrier has been produced in greater numbers with 111 units compared to 61 units of the Nesher.