F-5E Tiger II vs JA 37 Viggen
The F-5E Tiger II and the JA 37 Viggen are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Northrop and Saab respectively. Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-5E Tiger II vs 2,231 km/h for the JA 37 Viggen. The F-5E Tiger II has an operational range of 891 km vs 1,820 km for the JA 37 Viggen. The JA 37 Viggen operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,789 m for the F-5E Tiger II. The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in 1,399 units vs 329 for the JA 37 Viggen. Unit cost is $3M for the F-5E Tiger II vs $5M for the JA 37 Viggen. The JA 37 Viggen first flew 5 years before the F-5E Tiger II (1967 vs 1972).
| American fighter jet, used in the Cold War era, notable for its worldwide military deployments, including operation Desert Storm. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop |
| First flight | 11 August 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1399 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Swedish fighter jet, key component of Cold War air defense, not deployed beyond national borders despite being built for NATO use. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 8 February 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 329 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| Wing area | 17.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 891 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,789 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,187 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,349 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,588 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 46.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2231 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,820 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 9,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,348 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen is faster with a maximum speed of 2,231 km/h compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 531 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen has a longer range at 1,820 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 15,789 meters (51,801 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,000 kg compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 11,187 kg.
Which is larger, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen is longer at 16.4 meters compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the F-5E Tiger II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen entered service first in 1971, 5 years before the F-5E Tiger II which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-5E Tiger II or JA 37 Viggen?
The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,399 units compared to 329 units of the JA 37 Viggen.