F-111 Aardvark vs F-15E Strike Eagle

Overview

The F-111 Aardvark and the F-15E Strike Eagle are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics and McDonnell Douglas respectively.

Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-111 Aardvark vs 2,655 km/h for the F-15E Strike Eagle. The F-111 Aardvark has an operational range of 5,940 km vs 1,272 km for the F-15E Strike Eagle. The F-111 Aardvark operates at altitudes up to 20,117 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-15E Strike Eagle.

The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in 563 units vs 525 for the F-15E Strike Eagle. Unit cost is $15M for the F-111 Aardvark vs $87M for the F-15E Strike Eagle. The F-111 Aardvark first flew 22 years before the F-15E Strike Eagle (1964 vs 1986).

F-111 Aardvark

American tactical bomber, active during Cold War and significant use in Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for its variable-sweep wings.
General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer General Dynamics
First flight 21 December 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 563 units
Average unit price $15 million
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F-15E Strike Eagle

American all-weather multirole strike fighter, prominent in the Gulf War for precision strike and deep interdiction missions.
McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 11 December 1986
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 525 units
Average unit price $87 million
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F-111 Aardvark

Wing area 61.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.2 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 22.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 2655 km/h ◉
Operational range 5,940 km ◉
Service ceiling 20,117 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 45,359 kg ◉
Empty weight 21,400 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 8,119 kgf ◉

F-15E Strike Eagle

Wing area 56.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.1 m ◉
Height 5.6 m ◉
Length 19.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 2655 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,272 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,288 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 36,741 kg ◉
Empty weight 14,379 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 13,154 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the F-111 Aardvark's 2,655 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark has a longer range at 5,940 km compared to the F-15E Strike Eagle's 1,272 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher service ceiling at 20,117 meters (66,000 ft) compared to the F-15E Strike Eagle's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,359 kg compared to the F-15E Strike Eagle's 36,741 kg.
Which is larger, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark is longer at 22.4 meters compared to the F-15E Strike Eagle's 19.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is more expensive at approximately $87 million per unit compared to the F-111 Aardvark at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark entered service first in 1967, 19 years before the F-15E Strike Eagle which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-111 Aardvark or F-15E Strike Eagle?
The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in greater numbers with 563 units compared to 525 units of the F-15E Strike Eagle.

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