EF-111 Raven vs SR-71 Blackbird
Overview
The EF-111 Raven and the SR-71 Blackbird are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics/Grumman and Lockheed respectively.
Top speed is 2,350 km/h for the EF-111 Raven vs 3,541 km/h for the SR-71 Blackbird. The EF-111 Raven has an operational range of 3,220 km vs 5,230 km for the SR-71 Blackbird. The SR-71 Blackbird operates at altitudes up to 25,908 m compared to 17,000 m for the EF-111 Raven.
The EF-111 Raven has been produced in 42 units vs 32 for the SR-71 Blackbird. Unit cost is $65M for the EF-111 Raven vs $185M for the SR-71 Blackbird. The SR-71 Blackbird first flew 13 years before the EF-111 Raven (1964 vs 1977).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics/Grumman |
| First flight | 1 January 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 42 units |
| Average unit price | $65 million |
| American strategic reconnaissance aircraft, operational from 1966-1998, unmatched speed and altitude records, infamous for Cold War and NASA missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 22 December 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 32 units |
| Average unit price | $185 million |
| Wing area | 48.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2350 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,220 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 39,680 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 24,230 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,195 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 167.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 32.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 3541 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 5,230 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 25,908 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 78,018 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 30,617 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,670 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird is faster with a maximum speed of 3,541 km/h compared to the EF-111 Raven's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 1,191 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird has a longer range at 5,230 km compared to the EF-111 Raven's 3,220 km.
Which can fly higher, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird has a higher service ceiling at 25,908 meters (85,000 ft) compared to the EF-111 Raven's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,018 kg compared to the EF-111 Raven's 39,680 kg.
Which is larger, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird is longer at 32.8 meters compared to the EF-111 Raven's 23.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird is more expensive at approximately $185 million per unit compared to the EF-111 Raven at $65 million.
Which entered service first, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird entered service first in 1966, 15 years before the EF-111 Raven which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EF-111 Raven or SR-71 Blackbird?
The EF-111 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 42 units compared to 32 units of the SR-71 Blackbird.