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KAAN vs KF-21 Boramae

Overview

The KAAN and the KF-21 Boramae are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by TAI and KAI respectively.

Top speed is 1,912 km/h for the KAAN vs 2,200 km/h for the KF-21 Boramae. The KAAN operates at altitudes up to 16,764 m compared to 16,764 m for the KF-21 Boramae.

The KF-21 Boramae first flew 2 years before the KAAN (2022 vs 2024).

Turkish fifth-generation stealth twin-engine air superiority fighter under development by Turkish Aerospace Industries to replace the Turkish Air Force's F-16 fleet from the late 2020s.
TAI KAAN combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer TAI
First flight 21 February 2024
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written.
KAI KF-21 Boramae combat aircraft side profile drawing
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 71.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.4 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 20.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1912 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 16,764 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 34,750 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 66 kN 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
Service ceiling 16,764 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 25,401 kg â—‰
Empty weight 11,793 kg
Total thrust 2 x 6,123 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the KAAN or KF-21 Boramae?
The KF-21 Boramae is faster with a maximum speed of 2,200 km/h compared to the KAAN's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 288 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KAAN or KF-21 Boramae?
The KF-21 Boramae has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the KAAN's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the KAAN or KF-21 Boramae?
The KF-21 Boramae has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the KAAN's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KAAN or KF-21 Boramae?
The KAAN has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,750 kg compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 25,401 kg.
Which is larger, the KAAN or KF-21 Boramae?
The KAAN is longer at 20.3 meters compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16.8 meters.