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F-15EX Eagle II vs Shenyang J-35

F-15EX Eagle II vs Shenyang J-35 at a glance — top speed 2,655 vs 1,905 km/h, range 3,889 vs 3,500 km, max takeoff weight 36,741 vs 28,000 kg, built 154 vs 57 units.

Boeing F-15EX Eagle II combat aircraft side profile drawing
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Specifications
F-15EX Eagle II Shenyang J-35
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing Shenyang
First flight 2 February 2021 29 October 2021
Year introduced 2024 2025
Number produced 154 units 57 units
Average unit price $90 million $60 million
Wing area 56.5 m² -- m²
Wingspan 13.1 m 11.5 m
Height 5.7 m 4.8 m
Length 19.4 m 17.3 m
Maximum speed 2655 km/h 1905 km/h
Operational range 3,889 km 3,500 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m 16,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 36,741 kg 28,000 kg
Empty weight 16,103 kg -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 129 kN 2 x 8,892 kgf
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the Shenyang J-35's 1,905 km/h, a difference of 750 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a longer range at 3,889 km compared to the Shenyang J-35's 3,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Shenyang J-35's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the Shenyang J-35's 28,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the Shenyang J-35's 17.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the Shenyang J-35 at $60 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II entered service first in 2024, 1 years before the Shenyang J-35 which entered service in 2025.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15EX Eagle II or Shenyang J-35?
The F-15EX Eagle II has been produced in greater numbers with 154 units compared to 57 units of the Shenyang J-35.