F-22 Raptor vs YF-23 Black Widow II

Overview

The F-22 Raptor and the YF-23 Black Widow II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Northrop McDonnell Douglas respectively.

Top speed is 2,414 km/h for the F-22 Raptor vs 2,335 km/h for the YF-23 Black Widow II. The F-22 Raptor has an operational range of 3,000 km vs 4,500 km for the YF-23 Black Widow II. The F-22 Raptor operates at altitudes up to 19,812 m compared to 19,812 m for the YF-23 Black Widow II.

The F-22 Raptor has been produced in 195 units vs 2 for the YF-23 Black Widow II. Unit cost is $150M for the F-22 Raptor vs $70M for the YF-23 Black Widow II. The YF-23 Black Widow II first flew 7 years before the F-22 Raptor (1990 vs 1997).

F-22 Raptor

American fifth-generation stealth tactical fighter used primarily by the U.S. Air Force, notable for its role in the Afghanistan War.
Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 7 September 1997
Year introduced 2005
Number produced 195 units
Average unit price $150 million
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YF-23 Black Widow II

American stealth fighter, developed in the late 1980s, untouched by combat, rival to the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor.
Northrop McDonnell Douglas YF-23 Black Widow II Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Northrop McDonnell Douglas
First flight 27 August 1990
Year introduced --
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $70 million
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F-22 Raptor

Wing area 78.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.6 m ◉
Height 5.1 m ◉
Length 18.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 2414 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,000 km ◉
Service ceiling 19,812 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 38,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 19,700 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 15,876 kgf ◉

YF-23 Black Widow II

Wing area 84.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.3 m ◉
Height 4.0 m ◉
Length 20.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 2335 km/h ◉
Operational range 4,500 km ◉
Service ceiling 19,812 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 28,123 kg ◉
Empty weight 13,154 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 15,876 kgf ◉

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The F-22 Raptor is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the YF-23 Black Widow II's 2,335 km/h, a difference of 79 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The YF-23 Black Widow II has a longer range at 4,500 km compared to the F-22 Raptor's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The YF-23 Black Widow II has a higher service ceiling at 19,812 meters (65,000 ft) compared to the F-22 Raptor's 19,812 meters (65,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The F-22 Raptor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 38,000 kg compared to the YF-23 Black Widow II's 28,123 kg.
Which is larger, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The YF-23 Black Widow II is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the F-22 Raptor's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The F-22 Raptor is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the YF-23 Black Widow II at $70 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-22 Raptor or YF-23 Black Widow II?
The F-22 Raptor has been produced in greater numbers with 195 units compared to 2 units of the YF-23 Black Widow II.

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