A-3 Skywarrior vs EA-6B Prowler
Overview
The A-3 Skywarrior is a Combat Aircraft built by Douglas, while the EA-6B Prowler is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Grumman.
Top speed is 980 km/h for the A-3 Skywarrior vs 1,048 km/h for the EA-6B Prowler. The A-3 Skywarrior has an operational range of 3,380 km vs 3,745 km for the EA-6B Prowler. The A-3 Skywarrior operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 11,460 m for the EA-6B Prowler.
The A-3 Skywarrior has been produced in 283 units vs 170 for the EA-6B Prowler. The A-3 Skywarrior first flew 16 years before the EA-6B Prowler (1952 vs 1968).
| American jet-powered strategic bomber, developed in the mid-20th century, utilized for nuclear deterrence, electronic warfare, and aerial refueling from aircraft carriers. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 28 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 283 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American electronic warfare aircraft, vital during the Cold War, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 25 May 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $52 million |
| Wing area | 75.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 980 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,380 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 37,195 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 17,876 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,381 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1048 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,745 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,460 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,896 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,134 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,359 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-6B Prowler is faster with a maximum speed of 1,048 km/h compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 980 km/h, a difference of 68 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-6B Prowler has a longer range at 3,745 km compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 3,380 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 11,460 meters (37,598 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,195 kg compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 27,896 kg.
Which is larger, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The A-3 Skywarrior is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 18.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The A-3 Skywarrior entered service first in 1956, 15 years before the EA-6B Prowler which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-3 Skywarrior or EA-6B Prowler?
The A-3 Skywarrior has been produced in greater numbers with 283 units compared to 170 units of the EA-6B Prowler.