F-15E Strike Eagle vs JH-7 Flounder
Overview
The F-15E Strike Eagle and the JH-7 Flounder are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Xian respectively.
Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15E Strike Eagle vs 1,808 km/h for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-15E Strike Eagle has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 900 km for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-15E Strike Eagle operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,000 m for the JH-7 Flounder.
The F-15E Strike Eagle has been produced in 525 units vs 270 for the JH-7 Flounder. Unit cost is $87M for the F-15E Strike Eagle vs $25M for the JH-7 Flounder. The F-15E Strike Eagle first flew 2 years before the JH-7 Flounder (1986 vs 1988).
| American all-weather multirole strike fighter, prominent in the Gulf War for precision strike and deep interdiction missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 11 December 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 525 units |
| Average unit price | $87 million |
| Chinese fighter-bomber, developed during the Cold War era, extensively utilized in training, maritime strike and air-intercept roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Xian |
| First flight | 14 December 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1992 |
| Number produced | 270 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 56.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,272 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,741 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,379 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 13,154 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 52.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1808 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,475 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,557 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 1,808 km/h, a difference of 847 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has a longer range at 1,272 km compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the JH-7 Flounder's 28,475 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The JH-7 Flounder is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the F-15E Strike Eagle's 19.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is more expensive at approximately $87 million per unit compared to the JH-7 Flounder at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle entered service first in 1986, 6 years before the JH-7 Flounder which entered service in 1992.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15E Strike Eagle or JH-7 Flounder?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 525 units compared to 270 units of the JH-7 Flounder.