Gripen Beats Rafale, Typhoon for Swiss

Herr-Berbunch · 12-02-11, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

There's one thing you can be sure of then....in Swedish or Swiss hands they'll probably never be tested in battle

But the Rafale has the most reverse thrust. 200 kts forwards, Mach 2 backwards.

And the wing-tip pods are white flag dispensers.

Osmium Steele · 12-02-11, 08:30 AM

oooohhhhh F-5s going on the market?

Daddy want....

Herr-Berbunch · 12-02-11, 09:59 AM

F-5s do look nice, but too small to play in the big leagues, little fuel, fewer armaments. Like a baby Starfighter, but less suicidal.

But they really do look nice.

Edit: Now awaiting TLAM to come along and correct me on fuel quantities...

MH · 12-02-11, 10:19 AM

F-5 can be upgraded to python/derby/amraam capacity.

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Jimbuna · 12-02-11, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MH

F-5 can be upgraded to python/derby/amraam capacity.

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Still couldn't compete against the likes of the Typhoon and Rafale.

MH · 12-02-11, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

Still couldn't compete against the likes of the Typhoon and Rafale.

Propably.
Those upgrades seem sort of dead end to give clear edge over some soviet time/older air forces.
As far as multi-role ability those planes cant be compered but may be good interceptors.

Skybird · 12-02-11, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Osmium Steele

oooohhhhh F-5s going on the market?

Daddy want....

That's no F-5, that's a Mig-28!

Skybird · 12-02-11, 11:12 AM

The Gripen is no match for latest-generation fighters like Eurofighter, F-22, Su-35.

But it is a pretty decent plane for the previous generation of fighters. When it entered service in the late 80s, it had probably the most modern cockpit of the pack.

For the Swiss, it is a good choice. It'S still a very good plane, taken for itself. It is easy to maintain, and maintenance is said to be taught easily to recruits. It is very robust in extremely cold climate and winter conditions. It needs very short runways only. It has multi-role capacity. It helps them to save money in the buying, so they can avoid jumping on the money train of military developement. It fits into the needs of their terrain, military infrastructure and defence doctrine. It is no American, Russian or NATO-producer. All these are advantages in the Swiss' favour. For some, the Typhoon would be the better choice (but too expensive). I think for the Swiss the Gripen indeed is the better choice.

MH · 12-02-11, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Skybird

That's no F-5, that's a Mig-28!

12-02-11, 08:30 AM	#2
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12-02-11, 09:59 AM	#3
Herr-Berbunch Kaiser Bill's batman Join Date: May 2010 Location: AN72 Posts: 13,203 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 0	F-5s do look nice, but too small to play in the big leagues, little fuel, fewer armaments. Like a baby Starfighter, but less suicidal. But they really do look nice. Edit: Now awaiting TLAM to come along and correct me on fuel quantities... __________________

12-02-11, 11:12 AM	#8
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,634 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	The Gripen is no match for latest-generation fighters like Eurofighter, F-22, Su-35. But it is a pretty decent plane for the previous generation of fighters. When it entered service in the late 80s, it had probably the most modern cockpit of the pack. For the Swiss, it is a good choice. It'S still a very good plane, taken for itself. It is easy to maintain, and maintenance is said to be taught easily to recruits. It is very robust in extremely cold climate and winter conditions. It needs very short runways only. It has multi-role capacity. It helps them to save money in the buying, so they can avoid jumping on the money train of military developement. It fits into the needs of their terrain, military infrastructure and defence doctrine. It is no American, Russian or NATO-producer. All these are advantages in the Swiss' favour. For some, the Typhoon would be the better choice (but too expensive). I think for the Swiss the Gripen indeed is the better choice. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

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MH Ocean Warrior Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,184 Downloads: 248 Uploads: 0	F-5 can be upgraded to python/derby/amraam capacity. .........