F-35 Lightning II vs Typhoon
| American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| European multirole fighter, renowned for service in multinational military operations since late 20th century, noted for superior air-to-air and air-to-surface capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Eurofighter |
| First flight | 27 March 1994 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 589 units |
| Average unit price | $90 million |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 51.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2495 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,765 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,232 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 1,960 km/h, a difference of 535 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher service ceiling at 16,765 meters (55,003 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The F-35 Lightning II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 27,216 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the F-35 Lightning II at $85 million.
Which entered service first, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The Typhoon entered service first in 2003, 10 years before the F-35 Lightning II which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-35 Lightning II or Typhoon?
The F-35 Lightning II has been produced in greater numbers with 965 units compared to 589 units of the Typhoon.