F-14 Tomcat vs F-22 Raptor
The F-14 Tomcat and the F-22 Raptor are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Grumman and Lockheed Martin respectively. Top speed is 2,485 km/h for the F-14 Tomcat vs 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor. The F-14 Tomcat has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 3,000 km for the F-22 Raptor. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 17,069 m for the F-14 Tomcat. The F-14 Tomcat has been produced in 712 units vs 195 for the F-22 Raptor. Unit cost is $38M for the F-14 Tomcat vs $150M for the F-22 Raptor. The F-14 Tomcat first flew 27 years before the F-22 Raptor (1970 vs 1997).
| American supersonic, twin-engine fighter jet, dominant during the Cold War, extensively deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 21 December 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 712 units |
| Average unit price | $38 million |
| American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 7 September 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 195 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| Wing area | 52.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2485 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,069 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,724 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,191 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,204 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 78.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 38,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 19,700 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,876 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-14 Tomcat is faster with a maximum speed of 2,485 km/h compared to the F-22 Raptor's 2,414 km/h, a difference of 71 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F-14 Tomcat's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F-14 Tomcat's 17,069 meters (56,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the F-14 Tomcat's 33,724 kg.
Which is larger, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-14 Tomcat is longer at 19.1 meters compared to the F-22 Raptor's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F-14 Tomcat at $38 million.
Which entered service first, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-14 Tomcat entered service first in 1972, 33 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-14 Tomcat or F-22 Raptor?
The F-14 Tomcat has been produced in greater numbers with 712 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.