F-22 Raptor vs J-8 Finback
Overview
The F-22 Raptor and the J-8 Finback are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Shenyang respectively.
Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 2,300 km/h for the J-8 Finback. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 1,000 km for the J-8 Finback. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 18,000 m for the J-8 Finback. At 38,000 kg MTOW, the F-22 Raptor is 2.0x the J-8 Finback's 18,879 kg.
The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 408 for the J-8 Finback. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $15M for the J-8 Finback. The J-8 Finback first flew 28 years before the F-22 Raptor (1969 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 |
| Chinese interceptor, operational from the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for aerial warfare by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 5 July 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 21.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,879 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,371 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,794 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the J-8 Finback's 2,300 km/h, a difference of 114 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the J-8 Finback's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the J-8 Finback's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the J-8 Finback's 18,879 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback is longer at 21.5 meters compared to the F-22 Raptor's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the J-8 Finback at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback entered service first in 1980, 25 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback has been produced in greater numbers with 408 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.