F-15 Eagle vs F-22 Raptor

Overview

The F-15 Eagle and the F-22 Raptor are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Lockheed Martin respectively.

Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15 Eagle vs 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor. The F-15 Eagle has an operational range of 3,971 km vs 3,000 km for the F-22 Raptor. The F-15 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 19,812 m for the F-22 Raptor.

The F-15 Eagle has been produced in 1,198 units vs 195 for the F-22 Raptor. Unit cost is $29M for the F-15 Eagle vs $150M for the F-22 Raptor. The F-15 Eagle first flew 25 years before the F-22 Raptor (1972 vs 1997).

American twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter, prominent during Cold War, deployed extensively in Middle East conflicts.
McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 27 July 1972
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 1198 units
Average unit price $29 million
American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War.
Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 7 September 1997
Year introduced 2005
Number produced 195 units
Average unit price $150 million
Wing area 56.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.1 m β—‰
Height 5.6 m β—‰
Length 19.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2655 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,971 km β—‰
Service ceiling 19,812 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 30,844 kg β—‰
Empty weight 12,701 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,915 kgf β—‰
Wing area 78.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 5.1 m β—‰
Length 18.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2414 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 19,812 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 38,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 19,700 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 15,876 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-15 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the F-22 Raptor's 2,414 km/h, a difference of 241 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-15 Eagle has a longer range at 3,971 km compared to the F-22 Raptor's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F-15 Eagle's 19,812 meters (65,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the F-15 Eagle's 30,844 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-15 Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the F-22 Raptor's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F-15 Eagle at $29 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-15 Eagle entered service first in 1976, 29 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15 Eagle or F-22 Raptor?
The F-15 Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,198 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.