EA-18G Growler vs EA-6B Prowler
Overview
The EA-18G Growler and the EA-6B Prowler are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 1,900 km/h for the EA-18G Growler vs 1,048 km/h for the EA-6B Prowler. The EA-18G Growler has an operational range of 2,346 km vs 3,745 km for the EA-6B Prowler. The EA-18G Growler operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 11,460 m for the EA-6B Prowler.
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in 165 units vs 170 for the EA-6B Prowler. Unit cost is $125M for the EA-18G Growler vs $52M for the EA-6B Prowler. The EA-6B Prowler first flew 38 years before the EA-18G Growler (1968 vs 2006).
| 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. | |
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| 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 |
| American electronic warfare aircraft, vital during the Cold War, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 25 May 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $52 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1048 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,745 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,460 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,896 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,134 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,359 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-18G Growler is faster with a maximum speed of 1,900 km/h compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 1,048 km/h, a difference of 852 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-6B Prowler has a longer range at 3,745 km compared to the EA-18G Growler's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 11,460 meters (37,598 ft).
Which is heavier, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,964 kg compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 27,896 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-18G Growler is longer at 18.3 meters compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 18.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-18G Growler is more expensive at approximately $125 million per unit compared to the EA-6B Prowler at $52 million.
Which entered service first, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-6B Prowler entered service first in 1971, 38 years before the EA-18G Growler which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EA-18G Growler or EA-6B Prowler?
The EA-6B Prowler has been produced in greater numbers with 170 units compared to 165 units of the EA-18G Growler.