F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet vs KF-21 Boramae
| An American carrier-based multirole fighter, derived in the late 20th century, used extensively in global combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 29 November 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 632 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| South Korean multirole fighter, developed in the 21st century, deployment and operational history yet to be written. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 19 July 2022 |
| Year introduced | 2026 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $87.5 million |
| Wing area | 46.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,346 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,940 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 29,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,550 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 19,958 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 46.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,401 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,793 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,246 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet is faster with a maximum speed of 1,915 km/h compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,915 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a longer range at 2,346 km compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a higher service ceiling at 15,940 meters (52,296 ft) compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,900 kg compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 25,401 kg.
Which is larger, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet is longer at 18.3 meters compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The KF-21 Boramae is more expensive at approximately $88 million per unit compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet at $70 million.
Which entered service first, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or KF-21 Boramae?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet entered service first in 2001, 25 years before the KF-21 Boramae which entered service in 2026.