Learn moreThis article may be expanded with text translated from the corresponding article in French.The Dassault Mirage IV was a French jet-propelled supersonic strategic bomber and deep-reconnaissance aircraft. Developed by Dassault Aviation, the aircraft entered service with the French Air Force in October 1964. For many years it was a vital part of the nuclear triad of the Force de Frappe, France's nuclear deterrent striking force. The Mirage IV was retired from the nuclear strike role in 1996, and the type was entirely retired from operational service in 2005.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 35.0ft (10.7m)
- Length 48.0ft (14.6m)
- Height 17.0ft (5.2m)
- Empty Weight 20,980lbs (9,516kg)
- Loaded Weight 43,438lbs (19,703kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.552
- Wing Loading 96.5lbs/ft2 (471.1kg/m2)
- Wing Area 450.2ft2 (41.8m2)
- Drag Points 4377
Parts
- Number of Parts 73
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 446
