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Dassault Mirage III: speed field: Mach 2.2 (database value; evidence basis not recorded). First flight: 1956.
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✈️ Full Specifications
| Country | ✈️ France |
| First flight | 1956 |
| Length | 15.03 m (49.3 ft) |
| Max Speed (Mach) | 2.2 |
| Speed evidence basis | Published specification |
| Max Speed | 2,350 km/h |
Dassault Mirage III
The Dassault Mirage III is one of the most successful European combat aircraft, with over 1,400 built. Its tailless delta-wing design became the template for decades of French fighter development.
🏆 Combat Legend
The Mirage III achieved legendary status during the Six-Day War in 1967, where Israeli Air Force Mirages dominated the skies against numerically superior Arab air forces. It served with 21 nations across six continents.
📋 Specifications
- Max Speed: Mach 2.2 (2,350 km/h)
- Range: 2,400 km
- Engine: 1x SNECMA Atar 09C turbojet
- First Flight: 1956
- Built: 1,422
- Country: France
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Frequently Asked Questions
How fast is the Mirage III?
The Mirage III has a top speed of Mach 2.2 (1,453 mph / 2,338 km/h).
What role did the Mirage III play in the Six-Day War?
Israeli Mirage IIIs destroyed the Egyptian Air Force on the ground and achieved numerous aerial victories against MiG-21s in 1967.
How many Mirage IIIs were built?
Over 1,422 Mirage III/V aircraft for 20+ countries.
Is the Mirage III still in service?
No. Most operators have retired it, though Pakistan operated upgraded versions until recently.