Mirage F1CT

This page is about the premium French jet fighter Mirage F1CT. For other versions, see Mirage F1 (Family).

Mirage F1CT

Mirage 5F

Mirage F1CT

Mirage 5F

France

VII Rank

Battle rating:

AB	RB	SB
12.0	12.0	11.7

Class:

Fighter

Jet fighter

Research:350 000

Purchase:950 000

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Description

The Mirage F1CT is a ground-attack version of the Mirage F1, a French-made fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation. Originally designed as an air-superiority aircraft, the Mirage F1CT variant was adapted for ground-attack missions after the Mirage F1s were replaced in the air-to-air role by more modern aircraft. The F1CT is equipped with advanced avionics, navigation systems, and weapon systems tailored for close air support and interdiction missions. Its armament includes a mix of rockets, guided bombs, and missiles. Although no longer at the forefront of the French Air Force's fleet, the Mirage F1CT has seen action in various conflicts and is known for its reliability and adaptability.

The Mirage F1CT is a rank VII French jet fighter with a battle rating of 12.0 (AB/RB) and 11.7 (SB). It was introduced in Update "Danger Zone".

General info

Flight performance

Air brakes

Allows you to dramatically reduce the flight speed by releasing special flaps

Drogue parachute

Reduces braking distance when landing on any runway

Max speed

at 12 000 m2 228 km/h

Turn time27 s

Max altitude16 000 m

EngineSNECMA Atar 9K-50

Type

Cooling systemAir

Take-off weight15 t

Characteristics	Max Speed (km/h at 12,000 m)		Max altitude (metres)	Turn time (seconds)		Rate of climb (metres/second)		Take-off run (metres)
	AB	RB		AB	RB	AB	RB
Stock	2,156	2,118	16000	28.3	28.8	128.6	122.6	750
Upgraded	2,300	2,228		26.2	27.0	183.9	155.0

Details

Features
Combat flaps	Take-off flaps	Landing flaps	Air brakes	Arrestor gear	Drogue chute
✓	✓	✓	✓	X	✓

Limits
Wings (km/h)	Gear (km/h)	Flaps (km/h)			Max Static G
		Combat	Take-off	Landing	+	-
1,457	444	555	549	416	~__	~__

Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons	Rudder	Elevators	Radiator
< 650	< 800	< 900	-

Engine performance

Engine			Aircraft mass
Engine name		Number	Basic mass		Wing loading (full fuel)
SNECMA Atar 9K-50		1	8,036 kg		___ kg/m2
Engine characteristics			Mass with fuel (no weapons load)				Max Gross Weight
Weight (each)	Type		13m fuel	20m fuel	30m fuel	44m fuel
1,590 kg	Afterburning axial-flow turbojet		9,058 kg	9,581 kg	10,354 kg	11,443 kg	16,635 kg
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB/SB)			Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP)
Condition	100%	WEP	13m fuel	20m fuel	30m fuel	44m fuel	MGW
Stationary	4,890 kgf	6,801 kgf	0.75	0.71	0.66	0.59	0.41
Optimal	5,917 kgf (1,200 - 1,400 km/h)	9,875 kgf (1,200 km/h)	1.09	1.03	0.95	0.86	0.59

Survivability and armour

Flares/Chaff

Aircraft countermeasures to distract IR and radar-guided missiles and also AA radar

Crew1 person

Speed of destruction

Structural0 km/h

Gear444 km/h

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Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference

AB2 992 → 4 066

RB8 800 → 11 959

SB9 005 → 12 237

Total cost of modifications298 000

459 000

Talisman cost3 000

Crew training270 000

Experts950 000

Aces3 200

Research Aces1 210 000

Reward for battleAB / RB / SB

100 / 320 / 600 %

244 / 244 / 244 %

Modifications

Flight performance	Survivability	Weaponry
Compressor Research: 12 000 Cost: 19 000 370 New boosters Research: 17 000 Cost: 26 000 530 Wings repair Research: 15 000 Cost: 23 000 470 Engine Research: 19 000 Cost: 29 000 590	Fuselage repair Research: 12 000 Cost: 19 000 370 Airframe Research: 17 000 Cost: 26 000 530 G-suit Research: 15 000 Cost: 23 000 470 Cover Research: 19 000 Cost: 29 000 590	aden_belt_pack Research: 12 000 Cost: 19 000 370 Type 25C Research: 12 000 Cost: 19 000 370 Flares/Chaff Research: 12 000 Cost: 19 000 370 Type 21B Research: 17 000 Cost: 26 000 530 Matra R530 Research: 17 000 Cost: 26 000 530 Matra R530E aden_new_gun Research: 15 000 Cost: 23 000 470 Mk83 Research: 15 000 Cost: 23 000 470 Matra JL-100R Research: 15 000 Cost: 23 000 470 Mk84 Research: 19 000 Cost: 29 000 590 Matra LR F1 Research: 19 000 Cost: 29 000 590 Matra 530F Research: 19 000 Cost: 29 000 590

Armaments

Ballistic Computer
CCIP (Guns)	CCIP (Rockets)	CCIP (Bombs)	CCRP (Bombs)

Offensive armament

The Mirage F1CT is armed with:

• A choice between two presets:
  • 1 x 30 mm DEFA 553 cannon, belly-mounted (135 rpg)
  • 1 x 30 mm DEFA 553 cannon + 252 x countermeasures

Suspended armament

The Mirage F1CT can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
500 lb SAMP Mk 82 bombs		1	1, 2	1, 4	1, 2	1
250 kg SAMP Type 25 bombs		1	1	1	1	1
250 kg SAMP Type 25 200 bombs		1	1	1	1	1
400 kg SAMP Type 21 bombs		1	1	1, 4	1	1
400 kg SAMP Type 21 200 bombs		1	1	1, 4	1	1
1,000 lb SAMP Mk 83 bombs		1	1	1, 2	1	1
2,000 lb SAMP Mk 84 bombs			1	1, 2	1
SNEB type 23 rockets		18, 36	18, 36		18, 36	18, 36
Matra R530 missiles			1		1
Matra R530E missiles			1		1
Matra R550 Magic 2 missiles	1						1
Matra Super 530F missiles			1		1
Maximum permissible weight imbalance: 950 kg

Default weapon presets

Without load 72 x SNEB type 23 rockets 144 x SNEB type 23 rockets 10 x 500 lb SAMP Mk 82 bombs (5,000 lb total) 5 x 250 kg SAMP Type 25 200 bombs (1,250 kg total) 8 x 400 kg SAMP Type 21 bombs (3,200 kg total) 8 x 400 kg SAMP Type 21 200 bombs (3,200 kg total) 6 x 1,000 lb SAMP Mk 83 bombs (6,000 lb total) 3 x 2,000 lb SAMP Mk 84 bombs (6,000 lb total) 2 x Matra R550 Magic 2 missiles 2 x Matra R530E missiles 2 x Matra R530 missiles 2 x Matra Super 530F missiles

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).

Pros and cons

Pros:

• Stock Magic 2 missiles
• Super 530F missiles
• Great manoeuvrability
• 252 countermeasures

Cons:

• Only one DEFA 553 cannon

History

Mirage F1: History and Combat Usage

Creation: The Mirage F1 was born out of Dassault Aviation's efforts in the 1960s to develop an aircraft that could serve as a complement to their iconic delta-winged Mirage III. Instead of the delta wing design, the F1 adopted a traditional swept wing. This design choice made the aircraft more versatile in terms of range and low-altitude performance.

The Mirage F1's maiden flight took place in 1966. Its design was focused on simplicity, ruggedness, and efficiency. Compared to its predecessor, the Mirage F1 had a superior range, better low-altitude flying capabilities, and could achieve higher speeds at low altitudes. Its versatility meant that it could perform both air-to-air and ground-attack missions.

Combat Usage: The Mirage F1 saw extensive service with the French Air Force and was exported to many countries, seeing action in various conflicts.

1. Western Sahara: The Mirage F1 saw its first combat action in the mid-1970s during the Western Sahara War. The French supported Mauritania and Morocco against Polisario Front rebels.
2. Chad-Libya conflict: In the 1980s, Mirage F1s of the French Air Force saw action in Chad during the conflict with Libya, where they were used in the ground-attack role.
3. Iran-Iraq War: The Mirage F1 was also extensively used by Iraq during the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s. The aircraft saw action in both air-to-air combat and ground-attack missions. Iraqi Mirage F1s even claimed several air-to-air victories against Iranian aircraft.
4. Gulf War: During the 1991 Gulf War, Iraq's Mirage F1s were deployed in defense against Coalition forces, though with limited success due to the overwhelming air superiority of the Coalition.
5. Balkans: The French deployed the Mirage F1 in the Balkans during the 1990s conflicts, where they performed reconnaissance and ground-attack missions.
6. Mirage F1CT: As the need for a dedicated ground-attack version of the Mirage F1 became apparent, the Mirage F1CT was developed. This variant was equipped with updated avionics and weapon systems to better suit ground-attack roles. The Mirage F1CT was also involved in NATO operations over the former Yugoslavia.

Retirement and Further Usage: By the 21st century, the Mirage F1 was beginning to show its age. More advanced aircraft like the Rafale began replacing it in frontline service in the French Air Force. However, the Mirage F1 did not disappear entirely. Some were sold to other countries, while others found a second life in the private sector as aggressor aircraft for training purposes.

In summary, the Mirage F1 has had a long and distinguished service record. Over its operational life, it has been involved in various conflicts around the world, testifying to its capabilities and adaptability.

Media

Skins

• Skins and camouflages for the Mirage F1CT from live.warthunder.com.

See also

Related development

• Mirage F1C

External links

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

• topic on the official game forum;
• other literature.

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WW2*
Fighters	M.B.152C1 · M.B.157
Bombers	M.B.162 · M.B.174A-3 · M.B.175T
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M.D 450	M.D.450B Barougan · M.D.450B Ouragan
Mystère	M.D.452 IIA · M.D.452 IIC · Mystere IVA
Super Mystère	Super Mystere B2
Étendard	Etendard IVM
Super Étendard	Super Etendard
Alpha Jet	Alpha Jet E**
Mirage
Mirage III	Mirage IIIC · Mirage IIIE · Milan
Mirage V	Mirage 5F
Mirage F1	Mirage F1C · Mirage F1C-200 · Mirage F1CT
Mirage 2000	Mirage 2000-5F · Mirage 2000C-S4 · Mirage 2000C-S5 · Mirage 2000D-R1 · Mirage 2000D-RMV
Mirage 4000	Mirage 4000
Export
M.D 450	M.D.450B Ouragan
Mystere	Mystere IVA
Super Mystère	Sambad · Sa'ar***
Mirage	Shahak · ▄Mirage 5BA · ␗Mirage 2000-5Ei
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	**Jointly manufactured with Dornier Flugzeugwerke
	***Israeli Super Mystère refitted with new avionics and an American engine
See also	SABCA