F-22 Raptor vs Su-27 Flanker

American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War.
Picture of F-22 Raptor
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
Soviet-originated multirole fighter, distinguished for deployments during the Cold War, globally utilized in air superiority missions.
Picture of Su-27 Flanker
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 20 May 1978
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 680 units
Average unit price $30 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 31,752 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor
Wing area 62.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 5.9 m â—‰
Length 21.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2500 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,530 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 30,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 16,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 15,340 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-22 Raptor's 2,414 km/h, a difference of 86 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker has a longer range at 3,530 km compared to the F-22 Raptor's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 18,500 meters (60,695 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the Su-27 Flanker's 30,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the F-22 Raptor's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the Su-27 Flanker at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker entered service first in 1984, 21 years before the F-22 Raptor which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or Su-27 Flanker?
The Su-27 Flanker has been produced in greater numbers with 680 units compared to 195 units of the F-22 Raptor.