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... Upgrading previous blocks and introducing all together an upgraded plane has quite a difference.

I don't think PAC is going to stop Block-2 production as soon as Block-3s start their production.

Originally only 50 Block-2s were planned. So far we have something like:
PAF Block-2 = 62
MAF Block-2 = 7 (+11)
NAF Block-2 = 3
Bravos Block-2 = 26
 
I don't think PAC is going to stop Block-2 production as soon as Block-3s start their production.

Originally only 50 Block-2s were planned. So far we have something like:
PAF Block-2 = 62
MAF Block-2 = 7 (+11)
NAF Block-2 = 3
Bravos Block-2 = 26
I guess all blocks can be upgraded to Block-3 . Same as F-16? All can be upgraded to a later block?
 
Mind sharing with us?
Somebody had talked about sth with vague words and Cao Dongfeng interpreted as B3 has rolled about
Though I have smilar comprehesion about the words, it is only hint and not concrete fact. It is better to be patient and wait for more evidence.
 
I don't think PAC is going to stop Block-2 production as soon as Block-3s start their production.

Originally only 50 Block-2s were planned. So far we have something like:
PAF Block-2 = 62
MAF Block-2 = 7 (+11)
NAF Block-2 = 3
Bravos Block-2 = 26
What is +11 and bravo ?

I guess all blocks can be upgraded to Block-3 . Same as F-16? All can be upgraded to a later block?
Not if b3 has some airframe modifications such as inlets or fuselage belly.
 
It is not clear and certain that the JF-17B's are going to be Block-2 technology based. In my humble opinion all 26 will be more akin to Block-III avionics wise than Block-2. But that is my opinion.

Well, one is already flying in Myanmar colours and at least three out of four have been photographed in Pakistani colours. This is while Block-3 production has not started yet.

JF-17 Thunder 17-07
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JF-17 Thunder 17-601
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JF-17 Thunder 19-603
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JF-17 Thunder 19-604
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Besides dual seats and avionics I don’t see any structural changes or enlarged comes as some are claiming.
 
Besides dual seats and avionics I don’t see any structural changes or enlarged comes as some are claiming.
When i watch the pic which shows the belly (as it’s in air), spine looks like CFTs which is not the case, just illusions
 

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