F/A-18 Hornet vs Super Etendard
| American carrier-capable multirole strike fighter, designed in the late 20th century, deployed extensively in a variety of combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 18 November 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 1480 units |
| Average unit price | $29 million |
| French carrier-based strike fighter, key in Argentina's Falklands War operations, also deployed in Iraq and Kosovo conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault-Bréguet |
| First flight | 28 October 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 85 units |
| Average unit price | $13 million |
| Wing area | 38.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,017 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,541 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,433 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,700 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 28.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1180 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,820 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,995 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet is faster with a maximum speed of 1,915 km/h compared to the Super Etendard's 1,180 km/h, a difference of 735 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a longer range at 2,017 km compared to the Super Etendard's 1,820 km.
Which can fly higher, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Super Etendard's 13,700 meters (44,947 ft).
Which is heavier, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,541 kg compared to the Super Etendard's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet is longer at 17.1 meters compared to the Super Etendard's 14.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet is more expensive at approximately $29 million per unit compared to the Super Etendard at $13 million.
Which entered service first, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The Super Etendard entered service first in 1978, 5 years before the F/A-18 Hornet which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F/A-18 Hornet or Super Etendard?
The F/A-18 Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 1,480 units compared to 85 units of the Super Etendard.