Comparison of Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon and Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II [S]ave
| Attribute |  Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II × |  Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin Aeronautics | Lockheed Martin Aeronautics |
| Model | Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II | Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 2011 | 1978 |
| Type | Fighter Jets | Fighter Jets |
| Icao | F35 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1x Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100 | 1 × Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-220 - |
| Power, lbf (lbf) | 43,000 | 29,160 |
| Avionics | JSF Cooperative Avionics | Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 1,932 | 2,124 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | 463 | - |
| Travel range (km) | 2,778 | 4,223 |
| Fuel economy (km/l) | 0.46 | - |
| Service ceiling (m) | 19,812 | 15,240 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 203.2 | 254 |
| Take off distance (m) | 168 | 345 |
| Landing distance (m) | 213 | 457 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 31,751 | 19,187 |
| Max payload (kg) | 8,160 | 7,167 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 10,448 | 3,199 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior length (m) | 15.7 | 15.06 |
| Tail height (m) | 4.48 | - |
| Wing span (m) | 10.7 | 9.96 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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