F-22 Raptor vs JAS 39 Gripen

Overview

The F-22 Raptor and the JAS 39 Gripen are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Saab respectively.

Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 805 km for the JAS 39 Gripen. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 15,240 m for the JAS 39 Gripen. At 38,000 kg MTOW, the F-22 Raptor is 2.7x the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.

The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 300 for the JAS 39 Gripen. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen. The JAS 39 Gripen first flew 9 years before the F-22 Raptor (1988 vs 1997).

F-22 Raptor

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 🇺🇸 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
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JAS 39 Gripen

Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces.
Saab JAS 39 Gripen Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab
First flight 9 December 1988
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $85 million
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F-22 Raptor

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 ◉

JAS 39 Gripen

Wing area 30.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m ◉
Height 4.5 m ◉
Length 14.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 2100 km/h ◉
Operational range 805 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,240 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 14,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,800 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 5,507 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 2,100 km/h, a difference of 314 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the JAS 39 Gripen at $85 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The JAS 39 Gripen entered service first in 1996, 9 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or JAS 39 Gripen?
The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.

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