EF-111 Raven vs RC-135 Rivet Joint
Overview
The EF-111 Raven and the RC-135 Rivet Joint are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics/Grumman and Boeing respectively.
The EF-111 Raven reaches 2,350 km/h — 2.5x the RC-135 Rivet Joint's 933 km/h. The EF-111 Raven has an operational range of 3,220 km vs 5,552 km for the RC-135 Rivet Joint. The EF-111 Raven operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 15,240 m for the RC-135 Rivet Joint.
The EF-111 Raven has been produced in 42 units vs 32 for the RC-135 Rivet Joint. The RC-135 Rivet Joint first flew 5 years before the EF-111 Raven (1972 vs 1977).
| 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 |
| American reconnaissance aircraft, routinely deployed since the Cold War era, esteemed for its crucial surveillance roles worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 January 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 32 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 933 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 5,552 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 56,245 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The EF-111 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the RC-135 Rivet Joint's 933 km/h, a difference of 1,417 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The RC-135 Rivet Joint has a longer range at 5,552 km compared to the EF-111 Raven's 3,220 km.
Which can fly higher, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the RC-135 Rivet Joint's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,680 kg compared to the RC-135 Rivet Joint's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The EF-111 Raven is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the RC-135 Rivet Joint's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The RC-135 Rivet Joint entered service first in 1961, 20 years before the EF-111 Raven which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EF-111 Raven or RC-135 Rivet Joint?
The EF-111 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 42 units compared to 32 units of the RC-135 Rivet Joint.