Mirage 2000 vs Rafale
| French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 1 March 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 601 units |
| Average unit price | $23 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 | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2336 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6,626 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Mirage 2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,336 km/h compared to the Rafale's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 424 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Rafale has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Mirage 2000's 1,550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the Rafale's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Rafale has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,500 kg compared to the Mirage 2000's 17,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Rafale is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Rafale is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the Mirage 2000 at $23 million.
Which entered service first, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Mirage 2000 entered service first in 1983, 18 years before the Rafale which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mirage 2000 or Rafale?
The Mirage 2000 has been produced in greater numbers with 601 units compared to 239 units of the Rafale.