Rafale vs Typhoon
| 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 |
| 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 | 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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| 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 â—‰ |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the Rafale's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 583 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Rafale's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher service ceiling at 16,765 meters (55,003 ft) compared to the Rafale's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Rafale has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,500 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the Rafale's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Rafale is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the Typhoon at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Rafale entered service first in 2001, 2 years before the Typhoon which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Rafale or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has been produced in greater numbers with 589 units compared to 239 units of the Rafale.