EA-18G Growler vs EF-111 Raven
Overview
The EA-18G Growler and the EF-111 Raven are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and General Dynamics/Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 1,900 km/h for the EA-18G Growler vs 2,350 km/h for the EF-111 Raven. The EA-18G Growler has an operational range of 2,346 km vs 3,220 km for the EF-111 Raven. The EF-111 Raven operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 15,000 m for the EA-18G Growler.
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in 165 units vs 42 for the EF-111 Raven. Unit cost is $125M for the EA-18G Growler vs $65M for the EF-111 Raven. The EF-111 Raven first flew 29 years before the EA-18G Growler (1977 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, extensively deployed in Gulf War, notable for radar jamming and deception operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics/Grumman |
| First flight | 1 January 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 42 units |
| Average unit price | $65 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 | 48.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,220 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 39,680 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 24,230 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,195 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the EA-18G Growler's 1,900 km/h, a difference of 450 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven has a longer range at 3,220 km compared to the EA-18G Growler's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the EA-18G Growler's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,680 kg compared to the EA-18G Growler's 29,964 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the EA-18G Growler's 18.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EA-18G Growler is more expensive at approximately $125 million per unit compared to the EF-111 Raven at $65 million.
Which entered service first, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven entered service first in 1981, 28 years before the EA-18G Growler which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EA-18G Growler or EF-111 Raven?
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in greater numbers with 165 units compared to 42 units of the EF-111 Raven.