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Mirage F1 (First Flight)
Dassault · France
Departing from the delta-wing of the Mirage III, the F1 used a high-mounted swept wing and a tailplane. This design gave it better takeoff performance and maneuverability, leading it to become one of France's most successful export fighters.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1966 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,338 km/h (Mach 2.2) |
| Range | 3,300 km |
| Ceiling | 20,000 m |
| Engines | 1x SNECMA Atar 9K-50 afterburning turbojet |
Armament & Payload
2x 30mm DEFA cannons; 2x Matra R550 Magic or AIM-9 Sidewinders.