EC-130 Commando Solo vs EF-111 Raven
| American electronic operations aircraft, deployed extensively during conflicts from Vietnam to recent operations in the Middle East. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | 162.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 671 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 74,389 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 34,274 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,474 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 48.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,220 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 39,680 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 24,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,390 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of EC-130 Commando Solo by US Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 671 km/h, a difference of 1,679 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EC-130 Commando Solo has a longer range at 4,300 km compared to the EF-111 Raven's 3,220 km.
Which can fly higher, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EC-130 Commando Solo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 74,389 kg compared to the EF-111 Raven's 39,680 kg.
Which is larger, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EC-130 Commando Solo is longer at 29.7 meters compared to the EF-111 Raven's 23.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EC-130 Commando Solo is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the EF-111 Raven at $65 million.
Which entered service first, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EC-130 Commando Solo entered service first in 1975, 6 years before the EF-111 Raven which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EC-130 Commando Solo or EF-111 Raven?
The EF-111 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 42 units compared to 14 units of the EC-130 Commando Solo.