B-21 Raider vs F-22 Raptor
Overview
The B-21 Raider is a Bombers built by Northrop Grumman, while the F-22 Raptor is a Combat Aircraft by Lockheed Martin.
The F-22 Raptor reaches 2,414 km/h — 2.3x the B-21 Raider's 1,050 km/h. The B-21 Raider has an operational range of 9,600 km vs 3,000 km for the F-22 Raptor. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,000 m for the B-21 Raider. At 81,647 kg MTOW, the B-21 Raider is 2.1x the F-22 Raptor's 38,000 kg.
The B-21 Raider has been produced in 3 units vs 195 for the F-22 Raptor. Unit cost is $700M for the B-21 Raider vs $150M for the F-22 Raptor. The F-22 Raptor first flew 26 years before the B-21 Raider (1997 vs 2023).
| American stealth bomber, developed in the 21st century, renowned for advanced technologies and potential for pivotal strategic deployments. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 10 November 2023 |
| Year introduced | 2027 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | $700 million |
| American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 7 September 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 195 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 16.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1050 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 9,600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 81,647 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 31,751 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,120 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 78.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m |
| Length | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 38,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 19,700 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,876 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the B-21 Raider's 1,050 km/h, a difference of 1,364 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The B-21 Raider has a longer range at 9,600 km compared to the F-22 Raptor's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the B-21 Raider's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The B-21 Raider has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 81,647 kg compared to the F-22 Raptor's 38,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the B-21 Raider's 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The B-21 Raider is more expensive at approximately $700 million per unit compared to the F-22 Raptor at $150 million.
Which entered service first, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor entered service first in 2005, 22 years before the B-21 Raider which entered service in 2027.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-21 Raider or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has been produced in greater numbers with 195 units compared to 3 units of the B-21 Raider.