F-22 Raptor vs F/A-18 Hornet
The F-22 Raptor and the F/A-18 Hornet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and McDonnell Douglas respectively. Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 2,017 km for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,000 m for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 1,480 for the F/A-18 Hornet. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $29M for the F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 Hornet first flew 19 years before the F-22 Raptor (1978 vs 1997).
| 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 carrier-capable multirole strike fighter, designed in the late 20th century, deployed extensively in a variety of combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 18 November 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1480 units |
| Average unit price | $29 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 15,876 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 38.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,017 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,541 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,433 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,350 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 499 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 2,017 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 23,541 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the F/A-18 Hornet's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F/A-18 Hornet at $29 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet entered service first in 1983, 22 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 Hornet?
The F/A-18 Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 1,480 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.