F-15 Eagle vs Tornado
The F-15 Eagle and the Tornado are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Panavia respectively. Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15 Eagle vs 2,420 km/h for the Tornado. The F-15 Eagle has an operational range of 3,971 km vs 3,148 km for the Tornado. The F-15 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,240 m for the Tornado. The F-15 Eagle has been produced in 1,198 units vs 990 for the Tornado. Unit cost is $29M for the F-15 Eagle vs $35M for the Tornado. The F-15 Eagle first flew 2 years before the Tornado (1972 vs 1974).
| American twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter, prominent during Cold War, deployed extensively in Middle East conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 27 July 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1198 units |
| Average unit price | $29 million |
| European multirole combat aircraft, renowned for operational history in Gulf War and Balkans conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Panavia |
| First flight | 14 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 990 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 56.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,971 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30,844 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,915 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 26.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,148 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,890 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,936 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the Tornado's 2,420 km/h, a difference of 235 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the Tornado's 3,148 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the Tornado's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30,844 kg compared to the Tornado's 28,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the Tornado's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The Tornado is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the F-15 Eagle at $29 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle entered service first in 1976, 4 years before the Tornado which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or Tornado?
The F-15 Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,198 units compared to 990 units of the Tornado.