F-5E Tiger II vs JL-8
The F-5E Tiger II and the JL-8 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Northrop and Hongdu respectively. The F-5E Tiger II reaches 1,700 km/h — 2.1x the JL-8's 800 km/h. The F-5E Tiger II has an operational range of 891 km vs 2,250 km for the JL-8. The F-5E Tiger II operates at altitudes up to 15,789 m compared to 13,600 m for the JL-8. At 11,187 kg MTOW, the F-5E Tiger II is 2.6x the JL-8's 4,330 kg. The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in 1,399 units vs 500 for the JL-8. Unit cost is $3M for the F-5E Tiger II vs $10M for the JL-8. The F-5E Tiger II first flew 18 years before the JL-8 (1972 vs 1990).
| 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 |
| Chinese jet trainer, developed in the late 20th century, regularly deployed for pilot training and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hongdu |
| First flight | 21 November 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 17.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 800 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,330 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,687 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,633 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the JL-8's 800 km/h, a difference of 900 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The JL-8 has a longer range at 2,250 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II has a higher service ceiling at 15,789 meters (51,801 ft) compared to the JL-8's 13,600 meters (44,619 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,187 kg compared to the JL-8's 4,330 kg.
Which is larger, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the JL-8's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The JL-8 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the F-5E Tiger II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II entered service first in 1976, 18 years before the JL-8 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-5E Tiger II or JL-8?
The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,399 units compared to 500 units of the JL-8.