EA-18G Growler vs F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet

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.
Boeing EA-18G Growler Other profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
An American carrier-based multirole fighter, derived in the late 20th century, used extensively in global combat operations.
Boeing F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 29 November 1995
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 632 units
Average unit price $70 million
Wing area 46.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 4.9 m β—‰
Length 18.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1900 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,346 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 29,964 kg β—‰
Empty weight 15,011 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,979 kgf β—‰
Wing area 46.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 4.9 m β—‰
Length 18.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1915 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,346 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,940 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 29,900 kg β—‰
Empty weight 14,550 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,979 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super 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 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a longer range at 2,346 km compared to the EA-18G Growler's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a higher service ceiling at 15,940 meters (52,296 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 E/F Super Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,964 kg compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 29,900 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet is longer at 18.3 meters compared to the EA-18G Growler's 18.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The EA-18G Growler is more expensive at approximately $125 million per unit compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet at $70 million.
Which entered service first, the EA-18G Growler or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet entered service first in 2001, 8 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 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 632 units compared to 165 units of the EA-18G Growler.