E-7 Wedgetail vs 340 AEW&C
Overview
The E-7 Wedgetail and the 340 AEW&C are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Saab respectively.
Top speed is 853 km/h for the E-7 Wedgetail vs 522 km/h for the 340 AEW&C. The E-7 Wedgetail has an operational range of 6,500 km vs 1,300 km for the 340 AEW&C. The E-7 Wedgetail operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 7,620 m for the 340 AEW&C. At 77,600 kg MTOW, the E-7 Wedgetail is 5.9x the 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg.
The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in 15 units vs 12 for the 340 AEW&C. The 340 AEW&C first flew 10 years before the E-7 Wedgetail (1994 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 |
| Swedish twin-engine airborne early warning and control platform produced since late 1990s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 12 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 | 42.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 522 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,155 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 695 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail is faster with a maximum speed of 853 km/h compared to the 340 AEW&C's 522 km/h, a difference of 331 km/h.
Which has longer range, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the 340 AEW&C's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the 340 AEW&C's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg.
Which is larger, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the 340 AEW&C's 20.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The 340 AEW&C entered service first in 1997, 13 years before the E-7 Wedgetail which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the E-7 Wedgetail or 340 AEW&C?
The E-7 Wedgetail has been produced in greater numbers with 15 units compared to 12 units of the 340 AEW&C.