F-15EX Eagle II vs F-86 Sabre
The F-15EX Eagle II and the F-86 Sabre are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and North American respectively. The F-15EX Eagle II reaches 3,062 km/h — 2.7x the F-86 Sabre's 1,127 km/h. The F-15EX Eagle II has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 2,454 km for the F-86 Sabre. The F-15EX Eagle II operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,850 m for the F-86 Sabre. At 36,741 kg MTOW, the F-15EX Eagle II is 3.8x the F-86 Sabre's 9,621 kg. The F-15EX Eagle II has been produced in 17 units vs 9,860 for the F-86 Sabre. Unit cost is $150M for the F-15EX Eagle II vs $1.2M for the F-86 Sabre. The F-86 Sabre first flew 74 years before the F-15EX Eagle II (1947 vs 2021).
| Advanced American multirole fighter derived from the F-15 Advanced Eagle export lineage, featuring a digital fly-by-wire system, AESA radar, and a 12-missile air-to-air capacity — replacing the F-15C/D in USAF service from 2024. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 2 February 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 17 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| American fighter jet, iconic of the Korean War period, widely operational across cold-war frontline, supersonic, and recognized for its dog-fighting capability. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | North American |
| First flight | 1 October 1947 |
| Year introduced | 1949 |
| Number produced | 9860 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
| Wing area | 56.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 3062 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,272 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,741 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 16,103 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 38 kN ◉ |
| Wing area | 28.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1127 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,454 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,850 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,621 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,443 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 3,402 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-15EX Eagle II is faster with a maximum speed of 3,062 km/h compared to the F-86 Sabre's 1,127 km/h, a difference of 1,935 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-86 Sabre has a longer range at 2,454 km compared to the F-15EX Eagle II's 1,272 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-86 Sabre's 15,850 meters (52,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the F-86 Sabre's 9,621 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-15EX Eagle II is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the F-86 Sabre's 11.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-15EX Eagle II is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F-86 Sabre at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-86 Sabre entered service first in 1949, 75 years before the F-15EX Eagle II which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-86 Sabre?
The F-86 Sabre has been produced in greater numbers with 9,860 units compared to 17 units of the F-15EX Eagle II.