EF-111 Raven vs U-2 Dragon Lady
| 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 high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, known for extensive Cold War era operations and various military applications worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 1 August 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 104 units |
| Average unit price | $50 million |
| 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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| Wing area | 93.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 31.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 805 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,280 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 21,336 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,144 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,486 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,618 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The EF-111 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 2,350 km/h compared to the U-2 Dragon Lady's 805 km/h, a difference of 1,545 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The U-2 Dragon Lady has a longer range at 11,280 km compared to the EF-111 Raven's 3,220 km.
Which can fly higher, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The U-2 Dragon Lady has a higher service ceiling at 21,336 meters (70,000 ft) compared to the EF-111 Raven's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The EF-111 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,680 kg compared to the U-2 Dragon Lady's 18,144 kg.
Which is larger, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The EF-111 Raven is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the U-2 Dragon Lady's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The EF-111 Raven is more expensive at approximately $65 million per unit compared to the U-2 Dragon Lady at $50 million.
Which entered service first, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The U-2 Dragon Lady entered service first in 1956, 25 years before the EF-111 Raven which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EF-111 Raven or U-2 Dragon Lady?
The U-2 Dragon Lady has been produced in greater numbers with 104 units compared to 42 units of the EF-111 Raven.