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Saab 35 vs F-5E
The two are supersonic fighters and it is interesting to compare between them.The F-5E first flew in 1972 while the Saab 35 roots are way back at the late 50's. But the Draken production line stayed open until 1974 and the radar and avionics were upgraded to a higher level.In terms of outright performance the Saab has the better go fast -mach 2.0 vs 1.6. Better climb 40000 fpm vs 30000fpm. Better acceleration with 7.8 ton thrust vs 4.5 combind of the F-5E. Despite all that the F-5E is more agile in close dogfights due to a more modern aerodynamic dssign.
The Saab was retired in 2005 while the F-5E
still serving .
The Saab is from wilhelmshavener and F-5E from Mali modelartz - will continue.
Yair
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