F-22 Raptor vs F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet
The F-22 Raptor and the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Boeing respectively. Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 2,346 km for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,940 m for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 632 for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $70M for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet first flew 2 years before the F-22 Raptor (1995 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 |
| An American carrier-based multirole fighter, derived in the late 20th century, used extensively in global combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 29 November 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 632 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| Wing area | 78.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,812 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 38,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 19,700 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,876 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 46.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,346 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,940 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 29,900 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,550 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,979 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 499 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 15,940 meters (52,296 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 29,900 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 18.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet at $70 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet entered service first in 2001, 4 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 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 632 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.