KF-21 Boramae vs Typhoon
| 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 |
| 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 | 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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| 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 |
| Operational range | 2,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,765 m |
| 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 KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,495 km/h compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 0 km/h, a difference of 2,495 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The Typhoon has a higher service ceiling at 16,765 meters (55,003 ft) compared to the KF-21 Boramae's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The KF-21 Boramae has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,401 kg compared to the Typhoon's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The KF-21 Boramae is longer at 16.8 meters compared to the Typhoon's 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The Typhoon is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the KF-21 Boramae at $88 million.
Which entered service first, the KF-21 Boramae or Typhoon?
The Typhoon entered service first in 2003, 23 years before the KF-21 Boramae which entered service in 2026.