EA-18G Growler vs F/A-18 Hornet
Overview
The EA-18G Growler is a Military Special Mission Aircraft built by Boeing, while the F/A-18 Hornet is a Combat Aircraft by McDonnell Douglas.
Top speed is 1,900 km/h for the EA-18G Growler vs 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 Hornet. The EA-18G Growler has an operational range of 2,346 km vs 2,017 km for the F/A-18 Hornet. The EA-18G Growler operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 15,000 m for the F/A-18 Hornet.
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in 165 units vs 1,480 for the F/A-18 Hornet. Unit cost is $125M for the EA-18G Growler vs $29M for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 Hornet first flew 28 years before the EA-18G Growler (1978 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 carrier-capable multirole strike fighter, designed in the late 20th century, deployed extensively in a variety of combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 18 November 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1480 units |
| Average unit price | $29 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 | 38.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,017 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,541 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,433 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,350 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet is faster with a maximum speed of 1,915 km/h compared to the EA-18G Growler's 1,900 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler has a longer range at 2,346 km compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 2,017 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the EA-18G Growler's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,964 kg compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 23,541 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler is longer at 18.3 meters compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler is more expensive at approximately $125 million per unit compared to the F/A-18 Hornet at $29 million.
Which entered service first, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet entered service first in 1983, 26 years before the EA-18G Growler which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 1,480 units compared to 165 units of the EA-18G Growler.