F-15EX Eagle II vs F-86 Sabre

Overview

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).

F-15EX Eagle II

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.
Boeing F-15EX Eagle II Combat profile drawing
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
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F-86 Sabre

American fighter jet, iconic of the Korean War period, widely operational across cold-war frontline, supersonic, and recognized for its dog-fighting capability.
North American F-86 Sabre Combat profile drawing
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
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F-15EX Eagle II

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 ◉

F-86 Sabre

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.

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