F-22 Raptor vs KF-21 Boramae
The F-22 Raptor and the KF-21 Boramae are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and KAI respectively. Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 2,200 km/h for the KF-21 Boramae. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 1,000 km for the KF-21 Boramae. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 16,764 m for the KF-21 Boramae. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $87.5M for the KF-21 Boramae. The F-22 Raptor first flew 25 years before the KF-21 Boramae (1997 vs 2022).
| 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 |
| South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 19 July 2022 |
| Year introduced | 2026 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $87.5 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 | 46.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,401 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,793 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,123 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 214 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 25,401 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the KF-21 Boramae at $88 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or KF-21 Boramae?
The F-22 Raptor entered service first in 2005, 21 years before the KF-21 Boramae which entered service in 2026.