EA-18G Growler vs S-2 Tracker
Overview
The EA-18G Growler and the S-2 Tracker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Grumman respectively.
The EA-18G Growler reaches 1,900 km/h — 4.2x the S-2 Tracker's 450 km/h. The EA-18G Growler has an operational range of 2,346 km vs 2,172 km for the S-2 Tracker. The EA-18G Growler operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 6,706 m for the S-2 Tracker. At 29,964 kg MTOW, the EA-18G Growler is 2.5x the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg.
The EA-18G Growler has been produced in 165 units vs 1,284 for the S-2 Tracker. The S-2 Tracker first flew 54 years before the EA-18G Growler (1952 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-based anti-submarine aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, notably used in the Vietnam and Korean Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 4 November 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 1284 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,172 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,706 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,860 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,308 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 569 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The EA-18G Growler is faster with a maximum speed of 1,900 km/h compared to the S-2 Tracker's 450 km/h, a difference of 1,450 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The EA-18G Growler has a longer range at 2,346 km compared to the S-2 Tracker's 2,172 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the S-2 Tracker's 6,706 meters (22,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The EA-18G Growler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,964 kg compared to the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The EA-18G Growler is longer at 18.3 meters compared to the S-2 Tracker's 13.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker entered service first in 1954, 55 years before the EA-18G Growler which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EA-18G Growler or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has been produced in greater numbers with 1,284 units compared to 165 units of the EA-18G Growler.