EA-6B Prowler vs EC-130 Commando Solo

Overview

The EA-6B Prowler and the EC-130 Commando Solo are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Grumman and Lockheed Martin respectively.

Top speed is 1,048 km/h for the EA-6B Prowler vs 671 km/h for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The EA-6B Prowler has an operational range of 3,745 km vs 4,300 km for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The EA-6B Prowler operates at altitudes up to 11,460 m compared to 8,534 m for the EC-130 Commando Solo. At 74,389 kg MTOW, the EC-130 Commando Solo is 2.7x the EA-6B Prowler's 27,896 kg.

The EA-6B Prowler has been produced in 170 units vs 14 for the EC-130 Commando Solo. Unit cost is $52M for the EA-6B Prowler vs $150M for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The EC-130 Commando Solo first flew 11 years before the EA-6B Prowler (1957 vs 1968).

EA-6B Prowler

American electronic warfare aircraft, vital during the Cold War, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.
Grumman EA-6B Prowler Other profile drawing
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
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EC-130 Commando Solo

American electronic operations aircraft, deployed extensively during conflicts from Vietnam to recent operations in the Middle East.
Lockheed Martin EC-130 Commando Solo Other profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 1 January 1957
Year introduced 1975
Number produced 14 units
Average unit price $150 million
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EA-6B Prowler

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 ◉

EC-130 Commando Solo

Wing area 162.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 40.3 m ◉
Height 11.8 m ◉
Length 29.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 671 km/h ◉
Operational range 4,300 km ◉
Service ceiling 8,534 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 74,389 kg ◉
Empty weight 34,274 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 1,119 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EA-6B Prowler is faster with a maximum speed of 1,048 km/h compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 671 km/h, a difference of 377 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EC-130 Commando Solo has a longer range at 4,300 km compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 3,745 km.
Which can fly higher, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EA-6B Prowler has a higher service ceiling at 11,460 meters (37,598 ft) compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EC-130 Commando Solo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 74,389 kg compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 27,896 kg.
Which is larger, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EC-130 Commando Solo is longer at 29.7 meters compared to the EA-6B Prowler's 18.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EC-130 Commando Solo is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the EA-6B Prowler at $52 million.
Which entered service first, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EA-6B Prowler entered service first in 1971, 4 years before the EC-130 Commando Solo which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EA-6B Prowler or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EA-6B Prowler has been produced in greater numbers with 170 units compared to 14 units of the EC-130 Commando Solo.

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