F-15EX Eagle II vs F-2
The F-15EX Eagle II and the F-2 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Mitsubishi respectively. Top speed is 3,062 km/h for the F-15EX Eagle II vs 2,124 km/h for the F-2. The F-15EX Eagle II has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 833 km for the F-2. The F-15EX Eagle II operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 17,983 m for the F-2. The F-15EX Eagle II has been produced in 17 units vs 98 for the F-2. Unit cost is $150M for the F-15EX Eagle II vs $100M for the F-2. The F-2 first flew 26 years before the F-15EX Eagle II (1995 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 |
| Japanese multirole fighter, derived from the F-16, extensively operational since the 2000s in Japan's Air Self-Defense Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| First flight | 7 October 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 98 units |
| Average unit price | $100 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 | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2124 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 833 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,983 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,090 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 9,525 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,711 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II is faster with a maximum speed of 3,062 km/h compared to the F-2's 2,124 km/h, a difference of 938 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a longer range at 1,272 km compared to the F-2's 833 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-2's 17,983 meters (58,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the F-2's 22,090 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the F-2's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-15EX Eagle II is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F-2 at $100 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15EX Eagle II or F-2?
The F-2 entered service first in 2000, 24 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-2?
The F-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 98 units compared to 17 units of the F-15EX Eagle II.