E-7 Wedgetail vs GlobalEye
Overview
The E-7 Wedgetail and the GlobalEye are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Saab / Bombardier respectively.
Top speed is 853 km/h for the E-7 Wedgetail vs 1,110 km/h for the GlobalEye. The E-7 Wedgetail has an operational range of 6,500 km vs 11,000 km for the GlobalEye. The GlobalEye operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 12,500 m for the E-7 Wedgetail.
The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in 15 units vs 5 for the GlobalEye. Unit cost is $400M for the E-7 Wedgetail vs $350M for the GlobalEye. The E-7 Wedgetail first flew 14 years before the GlobalEye (2004 vs 2018).
| American twin-engine airborne early warning and control aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, deployed for tactical battle management and surveillance. | |
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| 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 |
| Swedish/Canadian airborne early warning and control platform, introduced in 2020, used for airborne, maritime, and ground surveillance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab / Bombardier |
| First flight | 14 March 2018 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | $350 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 94.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 30.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1110 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 11,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 23,690 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye is faster with a maximum speed of 1,110 km/h compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 853 km/h, a difference of 257 km/h.
Which has longer range, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye has a longer range at 11,000 km compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 6,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the GlobalEye's 45,100 kg.
Which is larger, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the GlobalEye's 30.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The E-7 Wedgetail is more expensive at approximately $400 million per unit compared to the GlobalEye at $350 million.
Which entered service first, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The E-7 Wedgetail entered service first in 2010, 10 years before the GlobalEye which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the E-7 Wedgetail or GlobalEye?
The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in greater numbers with 15 units compared to 5 units of the GlobalEye.