JF-17 Thunder Becomes World’s New Choice Over Rafale | How Many Countries Have Ordered It? | Podcast

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JF-17 Thunder Becomes World’s New Choice Over Rafale | How Many Countries Have Ordered It? | Samaa


In an era where cost, availability, and sustainment matter more than prestige, the JF-17 Thunder has emerged as a reliable, affordable, and combat-proven fighter jet. Co-developed by Pakistan and China, it offers multirole versatility, modular avionics, and the ability to operate independently from austere bases — much like Toyota vehicles thrive in harsh conditions worldwide.

Priced at $25–50 million per unit, the JF-17 Block III delivers 4.5-generation capabilities: AESA radar, PL-15 missiles, electronic warfare suites, and precision strike capability. Its single-engine design and ease of maintenance make it ideal for countries seeking operational independence without relying on foreign suppliers.

2025 marked a breakout year for JF-17 exports: Pakistan signed $4.6 billion deals with Azerbaijan and Libya, while deliveries continued to Myanmar and Nigeria. Talks with Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh are underway, and rumors of interest from Iraq, Egypt, and other nations are growing.

The jet’s combat record strengthens its reputation. In the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, Block IIIs deployed missiles and supersonic strikes with high reliability, outperforming India’s prestige-heavy platforms like Rafale and Tejas, which struggled with availability and logistics.

The JF-17 empowers air forces with sovereign capability, multiple weapon integration, low lifecycle costs, and robust operational readiness. PAC Kamra’s training, simulators, and local assembly options make buyers partners, not just customers. Tested in conflict and thriving under tough conditions, the Thunder is not about glamour — it is about reliability, independence, and affordability.



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