EC-130 Commando Solo vs EF-111 Raven

Overview

The EC-130 Commando Solo and the EF-111 Raven are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics/Grumman respectively.

The EF-111 Raven reaches 2,350 km/h — 3.5x the EC-130 Commando Solo's 671 km/h. The EC-130 Commando Solo has an operational range of 4,300 km vs 3,220 km for the EF-111 Raven. The EF-111 Raven operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 8,534 m for the EC-130 Commando Solo.

The EC-130 Commando Solo has been produced in 14 units vs 42 for the EF-111 Raven. Unit cost is $150M for the EC-130 Commando Solo vs $65M for the EF-111 Raven. The EC-130 Commando Solo first flew 20 years before the EF-111 Raven (1957 vs 1977).

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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EF-111 Raven

American electronic warfare aircraft, extensively deployed in Gulf War, notable for radar jamming and deception operations.
General Dynamics/Grumman EF-111 Raven Other profile drawing
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
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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 ◉

EF-111 Raven

Wing area 48.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.2 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 23.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 2350 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,220 km ◉
Service ceiling 17,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 39,680 kg ◉
Empty weight 24,230 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 4,195 kgf ◉

Performance Radar Chart

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.

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