E-7 Wedgetail vs King Air 90
Overview
The E-7 Wedgetail and the King Air 90 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Beechcraft respectively.
Top speed is 853 km/h for the E-7 Wedgetail vs 494 km/h for the King Air 90. The E-7 Wedgetail has an operational range of 6,500 km vs 2,446 km for the King Air 90. The E-7 Wedgetail operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 7,574 m for the King Air 90. At 77,600 kg MTOW, the E-7 Wedgetail is 14:1 the King Air 90's 5,352 kg.
The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in 15 units vs 3,100 for the King Air 90. The King Air 90 first flew 40 years before the E-7 Wedgetail (1964 vs 2004).
| 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 |
| American twin-turboprop aircraft, prominently deployed for utility, corporate, and military purposes from the 1960s onward. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 1 January 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 3100 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 494 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,446 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,574 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,352 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,217 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 313 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The E-7 Wedgetail is faster with a maximum speed of 853 km/h compared to the King Air 90's 494 km/h, a difference of 359 km/h.
Which has longer range, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the King Air 90's 2,446 km.
Which can fly higher, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the King Air 90's 7,574 meters (24,849 ft).
Which is heavier, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the King Air 90's 5,352 kg.
Which is larger, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the King Air 90's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The King Air 90 entered service first in 1964, 46 years before the E-7 Wedgetail which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the E-7 Wedgetail or King Air 90?
The King Air 90 has been produced in greater numbers with 3,100 units compared to 15 units of the E-7 Wedgetail.