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Rafale M (Prototype)
Dassault · France
The Rafale M (Marine) prototype M01 began carrier trials in 1992. It featured a strengthened airframe, a "jump-strut" nose gear for catapult launches, and a tailhook. Unlike US carrier jets, it does not have folding wings, as the airframe was already compact enough for French carriers.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 1,912 km/h (Mach 1.8) |
| Range | 1,850 km |
| Ceiling | 15,240 m |
| Engines | 2x SNECMA M88-2 afterburning turbofans |
Armament & Payload
1x 30mm GIAT 30 cannon; Magic II and MICA missiles.
Next Aircraft in Timeline
L-59 Super Albatros →
Fighter
Rafale M (Prototype)
Dassault · France
The Rafale M (Marine) prototype M01 began carrier trials in 1992. It featured a strengthened airframe, a "jump-strut" nose gear for catapult launches, and a tailhook. Unlike US carrier jets, it does not have folding wings, as the airframe was already compact enough for French carriers.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 1,912 km/h (Mach 1.8) |
| Range | 1,850 km |
| Ceiling | 15,240 m |
| Engines | 2x SNECMA M88-2 afterburning turbofans |
Armament & Payload
1x 30mm GIAT 30 cannon; Magic II and MICA missiles.