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starsMultirole
GEN 4.5

Saab
JAS 39 Gripen

Advanced 4.5 multirole designed for superior performance and combat capabilities.

OriginSWE
ManufacturerSaab
Gen4.5th
Targeting Optic // Active
Scale: 1:1Asset ID: #JAS39-GRIPEN
Max Speedspeed
2.00Mach
Ferry Rangetravel_explore
3,200NM
Service Ceilingvertical_align_top
16KFT
Thrust/Weightfitness_center
0.97Ratio

Technical Specifications

Crew1 (Pilot)
Length14 m
Wingspan9 m
Height4 m
Empty Weight6,800 kg
Max Takeoff16,500 kg
First Flight1988
Hardpoints
Internal: N/AExternal: N/A
Saab

Operational Overview

The Saab Saab JAS 39 Gripen is a multirole fighter aircraft developed for SWE. The result of advanced tactical fighter programs, the aircraft was designed primarily as an air superiority fighter, but also has ground attack, electronic warfare, and signal intelligence capabilities.

The Saab JAS 39 Gripen's combination of stealth, aerodynamic performance, and situational awareness gives the aircraft unprecedented air combat capabilities. It represents one of the most advanced 4.5 fighter platforms in service today.

Ventral View
Cockpit Detail
Total Built300
Unit Cost$60
Program StatusActive