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E-7 Wedgetail vs EA-18G Growler

Overview

The E-7 Wedgetail and the EA-18G Growler are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Boeing respectively.

The EA-18G Growler reaches 1,900 km/h — 2.2x the E-7 Wedgetail's 853 km/h. The E-7 Wedgetail has an operational range of 6,500 km vs 2,346 km for the EA-18G Growler. The EA-18G Growler operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 12,500 m for the E-7 Wedgetail. At 77,600 kg MTOW, the E-7 Wedgetail is 2.6x the EA-18G Growler's 29,964 kg.

The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in 15 units vs 165 for the EA-18G Growler. Unit cost is $400M for the E-7 Wedgetail vs $125M for the EA-18G Growler. The E-7 Wedgetail first flew 2 years before the EA-18G Growler (2004 vs 2006).

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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EA-18G Growler

American carrier-based electronic warfare aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, primarily deployed by the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force.
Boeing EA-18G Growler military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 15 August 2006
Year introduced 2009
Number produced 165 units
Average unit price $125 million
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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 ◉

EA-18G Growler

Wing area 46.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.6 m ◉
Height 4.9 m ◉
Length 18.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 1900 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,346 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 29,964 kg ◉
Empty weight 15,011 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 9,979 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The EA-18G Growler is faster with a maximum speed of 1,900 km/h compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 853 km/h, a difference of 1,047 km/h.
Which has longer range, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the EA-18G Growler's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the EA-18G Growler's 29,964 kg.
Which is larger, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the EA-18G Growler's 18.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The E-7 Wedgetail is more expensive at approximately $400 million per unit compared to the EA-18G Growler at $125 million.
Which entered service first, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The EA-18G Growler entered service first in 2009, 1 years before the E-7 Wedgetail which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the E-7 Wedgetail or EA-18G Growler?
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in greater numbers with 165 units compared to 15 units of the E-7 Wedgetail.

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