B-21 Raider vs F-35 Lightning II
| 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 multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1050 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 81,647 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 31,751 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,240 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 43.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,960 km/h compared to the B-21 Raider's 1,050 km/h, a difference of 910 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II has a longer range at 2,800 km compared to the B-21 Raider's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the B-21 Raider's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The B-21 Raider has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 81,647 kg compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The B-21 Raider is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The B-21 Raider is more expensive at approximately $700 million per unit compared to the F-35 Lightning II at $85 million.
Which entered service first, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II entered service first in 2013, 14 years before the B-21 Raider which entered service in 2027.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-21 Raider or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 3 units of the B-21 Raider.