F-22 Raptor vs F-35 Lightning II
| American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 |
| American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Wing area | 78.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 38,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 19,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 31,752 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 454 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F-35 Lightning II at $85 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-22 Raptor entered service first in 2005, 8 years before the F-35 Lightning II which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or F-35 Lightning II?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.