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F-5E/F Tiger II

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F-5E/F Tiger II

The F-5E/F Tiger II is a supersonic light fighter aircraft developed by Northrop in the United States. It was designed primarily for export to allied nations, offering a cost-effective and agile platform for air defense and ground attack missions.

Specifications

TypeFighter Jet
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerNorthrop Corporation
Introduced1972
StatusIn service
Speed1,700 km/h
Range556 km
Crew1
Weight4.34 t

History

Developed by Northrop Corporation in the United States, it entered service in 1972 and was widely exported to allied nations during the Cold War.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Iran54confirmed

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