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Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet

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Brand: Airbus
Category: Fighter Jets
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Generation 4.5th Generation
Maximum Speed Mach 2.0
No. of Engines 2
Radar Range ~160 km (Captor-E AESA)

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General Information

Name	Eurofighter Typhoon
Manufacturer	Airbus, BAE Systems, Leonardo
Country of Origin	UK / Germany / Italy / Spain
Type / Role	Multirole Fighter
Generation	4.5th
Status	Active Service
First Flight	March 27, 1994
Introduction / In Service Since	2003
Number Built	600+
Operators	UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Austria, Kuwait

Dimensions & Structure

Length	15.96 m (52.4 ft)
Wingspan	10.95 m (35.9 ft)
Height	5.28 m (17.3 ft)
Wing Area	51.2 m²
Empty Weight	11,000 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	23,500 kg
Internal Weapons Bay	None
External Hardpoints	13

Performance

Maximum Speed	Mach 2.0 (2,495 km/h)
Range	2,900 km
Combat Radius	1,390 km
Service Ceiling	55,000 ft
Rate of Climb	62,000 ft/min
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio	1.15
G Limits	+9g

Powerplant

Engine Type	Eurojet EJ200 Turbofan
No. of Engines	2
Thrust (each)	20,000 lbf
Thrust Vectoring	Optional (prototype)
Fuel Capacity	~5,000 kg internal

Armament

Gun	1× 27mm Mauser BK-27 cannon
Missiles (Air-to-Air)	AIM-120 AMRAAM, Meteor, IRIS-T
Missiles (Air-to-Ground)	Brimstone, Storm Shadow
Bombs	Paveway IV, JDAM
Hardpoints	13
Payload Capacity	9,000 kg

Avionics & Systems

Radar	Captor-E AESA
Radar Range	~160 km
Electronic Warfare (EW) System	DASS suite
Targeting System	Litening III pod
Helmet Display	Striker II
Navigation	INS/GPS
Autopilot / AI Assistance	Digital flight control
Communication	Secure data link, MIDS

Stealth & Technology

Radar Cross Section (RCS)	~1–2 m²
Stealth Features	Reduced radar signature materials
Infrared Signature Reduction	Moderate
Sensor Fusion	Advanced data integration
Networking Capabilities	NATO Link-16, future FCAS integration

Variants

Special Export Versions

Kuwait, Qatar (enhanced avionics)

Operational History

Major Conflicts / Deployments	Libya (2011), Baltic Air Policing
Notable Operators	RAF, Luftwaffe, Italian Air Force
Combat Proven?	Yes
Mission Types	Air superiority, strike, reconnaissance

Cost & Program

Unit Cost	~$95 million
Development Cost	~$45 billion total
Program Name	Eurofighter Program
Funding Countries	UK, Germany, Italy, Spain

Additional Information

Upgrades Planned	Radar and weapons modernization
Future Replacement	FCAS (Future Combat Air System)
Export Restrictions	Limited by EU arms policy
Notable Achievements	Key NATO air defense asset
Competitors	F-16V, Rafale, Gripen E

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

Technology 8 / 10
Performance 8 / 10
Firepower 8 / 10
Range & Endurance 8 / 10
Reliability & Maintenance 8 / 10

PROS

Superb agility and high thrust-to-weight ratio
Proven multirole versatility
Advanced AESA radar and EW suite
Strong NATO interoperability
Continuous upgrade roadmap

CONS

High operational and maintenance cost
Limited stealth capability
Shorter range compared to newer designs
Complex multinational logistics chain
Aging airframe relative to 5th-gen jets

Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet: Europe’s Premier Multirole Jet

The Eurofighter Typhoon stands as one of Europe’s most advanced multirole combat aircraft, designed to secure air superiority and deliver precision ground strikes. Developed by a consortium of Airbus (Germany, Spain), BAE Systems (UK), and Leonardo (Italy) under the Eurofighter GmbH program, the Typhoon symbolizes European collaboration in next-generation air combat. Entering service in 2003, it remains a cornerstone of NATO and allied air power.

Equipped with two Eurojet EJ200 turbofan engines, the Typhoon achieves a maximum speed of Mach 2.0 and an operational range exceeding 1,400 miles. Its agility comes from a delta-wing and canard configuration, allowing super-maneuverability and superior dogfighting capability. The aircraft’s Captor-E AESA radar provides exceptional target tracking, while its DASS (Defensive Aids Sub-System) ensures robust electronic warfare protection.

The Typhoon’s armament includes a 27mm Mauser cannon, AMRAAM, Meteor, and IRIS-T air-to-air missiles, and Storm Shadow and Brimstone precision-guided munitions for ground targets. Its multirole capability enables simultaneous air-to-air and air-to-ground operations—making it a formidable force in both defensive and offensive missions.

Currently in service with the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Saudi Arabia, and several other nations, the Typhoon continues to receive upgrades including enhanced radar systems, improved computing power, and next-generation weapon integration. Its continued modernization ensures the platform will remain operational well into the 2040s.

Variants

Field	Example
Tranche 1/2/3	Progressive upgrades
Typhoon T1	Trainer version
Typhoon FGR4	Multirole combat variant
Special Export Versions	Kuwait, Qatar (enhanced avionics)

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