Falcon 50 vs Fokker F50
Overview
The Falcon 50 and the Fokker F50 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Fokker respectively.
Top speed is 888 km/h for the Falcon 50 vs 526 km/h for the Fokker F50. The Falcon 50 has an operational range of 5,695 km vs 1,700 km for the Fokker F50. The Falcon 50 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 7,620 m for the Fokker F50.
The Falcon 50 has been produced in 352 units vs 213 for the Fokker F50. Unit cost is $6M for the Falcon 50 vs $6M for the Fokker F50. The Falcon 50 first flew 9 years before the Fokker F50 (1976 vs 1985).
| French maritime surveillance jet, noteworthy for transcontinental capacity, extensively deployed for government, business, and emergency medical services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 1 November 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 352 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Dutch turboprop airliner, production from 1980s-2010s, globally adopted for regional flights and maritime patrol duties. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 28 December 1985 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 213 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wing area | 46.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 888 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,695 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,150 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 560 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 70.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 526 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,820 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,250 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 932 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Falcon 50 is faster with a maximum speed of 888 km/h compared to the Fokker F50's 526 km/h, a difference of 362 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Falcon 50 has a longer range at 5,695 km compared to the Fokker F50's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Falcon 50 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Fokker F50's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Fokker F50 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,820 kg compared to the Falcon 50's 18,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Fokker F50 is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Falcon 50's 18.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Fokker F50 is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the Falcon 50 at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Falcon 50 entered service first in 1979, 8 years before the Fokker F50 which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Falcon 50 or Fokker F50?
The Falcon 50 has been produced in greater numbers with 352 units compared to 213 units of the Fokker F50.