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F-15EX Eagle II vs J-10 Vigorous Dragon

Boeing F-15EX Eagle II combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇺🇸 F-15EX Eagle II
Chengdu J-10 Vigorous Dragon combat aircraft side profile drawing
🇨🇳 J-10 Vigorous Dragon
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Specifications
F-15EX Eagle II J-10 Vigorous Dragon
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing Chengdu
First flight 2 February 2021 23 March 1998
Year introduced 2024 2005
Number produced 17 units 602 units
Average unit price $150 million $45 million
Wing area 56.5 m² 39.0 m²
Wingspan 13.1 m 9.7 m
Height 5.7 m 4.8 m
Length 19.4 m 15.5 m
Maximum speed 2655 km/h 2400 km/h
Operational range 1,272 km 1,850 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 36,741 kg 19,278 kg
Empty weight 16,103 kg 9,750 kg
Total thrust 2 x 38 kN 1 x 7,670 kgf
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Overview

The F-15EX Eagle II and the J-10 Vigorous Dragon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15EX Eagle II vs 2,400 km/h for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-15EX Eagle II has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 1,850 km for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-15EX Eagle II operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon.

The F-15EX Eagle II has been produced in 17 units vs 602 for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. Unit cost is $150M for the F-15EX Eagle II vs $45M for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The J-10 Vigorous Dragon first flew 23 years before the F-15EX Eagle II (1998 vs 2021).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-15EX Eagle II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 2,400 km/h, a difference of 255 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the F-15EX Eagle II's 1,272 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-15EX Eagle II's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 19,278 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-15EX Eagle II is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-15EX Eagle II is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon at $45 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15EX Eagle II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon entered service first in 2005, 19 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 J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has been produced in greater numbers with 602 units compared to 17 units of the F-15EX Eagle II.