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Diamond DA62 vs E-7 Wedgetail

Overview

The Diamond DA62 and the E-7 Wedgetail are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Diamond and Boeing respectively.

The E-7 Wedgetail reaches 853 km/h — 2.3x the Diamond DA62's 372 km/h. The Diamond DA62 has an operational range of 2,380 km vs 6,500 km for the E-7 Wedgetail. The E-7 Wedgetail operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 6,069 m for the Diamond DA62. At 77,600 kg MTOW, the E-7 Wedgetail is 34:1 the Diamond DA62's 2,300 kg.

The Diamond DA62 has been produced in 120 units vs 15 for the E-7 Wedgetail. Unit cost is $1.9M for the Diamond DA62 vs $400M for the E-7 Wedgetail. The E-7 Wedgetail first flew 8 years before the Diamond DA62 (2004 vs 2012).

Diamond DA62

Austrian twin-engine, civil utility aircraft, used worldwide for light transport and aerial surveys in the 21st century.
Diamond DA62 military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇦🇹 Austria
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Diamond
First flight 1 April 2012
Year introduced 2015
Number produced 120 units
Average unit price $1.9 million
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E-7 Wedgetail

American twin-engine airborne early warning and control aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, deployed for tactical battle management and surveillance.
Boeing E-7 Wedgetail military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 January 2004
Year introduced 2010
Number produced 15 units
Average unit price $400 million
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Diamond DA62

Wing area 17.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.6 m ◉
Height 2.8 m ◉
Length 9.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 372 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,380 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,069 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,300 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,590 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 66 kW ◉

E-7 Wedgetail

Wing area 91.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 35.8 m ◉
Height 12.5 m ◉
Length 33.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 853 km/h ◉
Operational range 6,500 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,500 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 77,600 kg ◉
Empty weight 46,606 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 61 kN ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail is faster with a maximum speed of 853 km/h compared to the Diamond DA62's 372 km/h, a difference of 481 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the Diamond DA62's 2,380 km.
Which can fly higher, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Diamond DA62's 6,069 meters (19,911 ft).
Which is heavier, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the Diamond DA62's 2,300 kg.
Which is larger, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the Diamond DA62's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail is more expensive at approximately $400 million per unit compared to the Diamond DA62 at $1.9 million.
Which entered service first, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail entered service first in 2010, 5 years before the Diamond DA62 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Diamond DA62 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The Diamond DA62 has been produced in greater numbers with 120 units compared to 15 units of the E-7 Wedgetail.

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