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F-15EX Eagle II Fighter Jet

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Brand: Boeing
Category: Fighter Jets
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Generation 4.5+
Maximum Speed Mach 2.5+
No. of Engines 2
Radar Range 200+ miles

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General Information

Name	F-15EX Eagle II
Manufacturer	Boeing Defense, Space & Security
Country of Origin	United States
Type / Role	Multirole / Air Superiority Fighter
Generation	4.5+
Status	In production / Active service
First Flight	February 2, 2021
Introduction / In Service Since	2023 (U.S. Air Force)
Number Built	~20 (planned: 104+)
Operators	U.S. Air Force

Dimensions & Structure

Length	63.8 ft (19.45 m)
Wingspan	42.8 ft (13.05 m)
Height	18.5 ft (5.64 m)
Wing Area	608 sq ft (56.5 m²)
Empty Weight	31,700 lb (14,380 kg)
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	81,000 lb (36,700 kg)
Internal Weapons Bay	None
External Hardpoints	12

Performance

Maximum Speed	Mach 2.5+
Range	2,700 mi (4,345 km)
Combat Radius	1,100 mi (1,770 km)
Service Ceiling	60,000 ft (18,300 m)
Rate of Climb	50,000 ft/min
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio	1.19
G Limits	+9

Powerplant

Engine Type	Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229
No. of Engines	2
Thrust (each)	29,000 lbf
Thrust Vectoring	No
Fuel Capacity	36,000 lb internal/external

Armament

Gun	1× M61A1 Vulcan 20mm
Missiles (Air-to-Air)	AIM-120, AIM-9X
Missiles (Air-to-Ground)	AGM-158 JASSM, AGM-84
Bombs	JDAM, GBU series
Hardpoints	12
Payload Capacity	29,500 lb (13,380 kg)

Avionics & Systems

Radar	AN/APG-82(V)1 AESA
Radar Range	200+ miles
Electronic Warfare (EW) System	EPAWSS
Targeting System	Sniper XR pod
Helmet Display	JHMCS II
Navigation	GPS/INS with terrain-following
Autopilot / AI Assistance	Digital fly-by-wire
Communication	Link 16, secure datalinks

Stealth & Technology

Radar Cross Section (RCS)	Moderate (non-stealth)
Stealth Features	Radar-absorbent coatings
Infrared Signature Reduction	Partial
Sensor Fusion	Advanced mission computer
Networking Capabilities	Open mission systems, JADC2 compatible

Variants

Special Export Versions

F-15QA (Qatar), F-15SA (Saudi Arabia), F-15IA (Israel), F-15SG (Singapore)

Operational History

Major Conflicts / Deployments	Not yet combat-deployed (2025)
Notable Operators	U.S. Air Force
Combat Proven?	Not yet
Mission Types	Air superiority, strike, defense suppression

Cost & Program

Unit Cost	~$87.9 million
Development Cost	~$1.2 billion
Program Name	F-15EX Eagle II Program
Funding Countries	United States

Additional Information

Upgrades Planned	Hypersonic weapons integration
Future Replacement	Potential sixth-gen NGAD
Export Restrictions	Limited to close U.S. allies
Notable Achievements	Fastest U.S. production fighter
Competitors	Rafale, Eurofighter Typhoon, Su-35

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

Exceptional payload and range capacity
Advanced avionics with open mission architecture
AESA radar with superior target tracking
Dual-engine reliability and high speed
Lower sustainment cost than fifth-gen fighters

CONS

Larger radar cross-section (non-stealth)
Higher operating costs vs. light fighters
Limited stealth survivability in dense IADS
Requires experienced maintenance crews
Still integrating next-gen weapon compatibility

F-15EX Eagle II Fighter Jet: America’s Next-Gen Air Superiority Fighter

The F-15EX Eagle II, developed by Boeing, represents the latest evolution of the iconic F-15 air superiority fighter, integrating 21st-century avionics, weapons, and survivability upgrades. Built for the U.S. Air Force, the Eagle II bridges the capability gap between fourth- and fifth-generation fighters, combining proven performance with cutting-edge digital systems.

Advanced Multirole Power

Originating from the combat-proven F-15 platform, the F-15EX is a two-seat, twin-engine, multirole fighter capable of carrying more ordnance than any other U.S. fighter. It supports up to 29,500 lb of payload across 12 external hardpoints, accommodating a mix of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons, including AIM-120 AMRAAM, AIM-9X Sidewinder, and JDAM precision bombs.

Powered by two Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229 engines, the jet achieves a top speed exceeding Mach 2.5 and boasts a combat radius of over 1,100 miles. Its AESA radar (AN/APG-82(V)1) delivers long-range detection and tracking, while EPAWSS (Eagle Passive/Active Warning and Survivability System) enhances electronic warfare resilience.

Technology and Mission Readiness

The F-15EX integrates an advanced fly-by-wire control system, digital backbone, and open mission systems architecture, enabling rapid software upgrades and future weapon integration—including hypersonic missiles. Its cockpit features large-area touchscreen displays and Joint Helmet-Mounted Cueing System II (JHMCS II) for enhanced situational awareness.

Designed for air superiority, strike missions, homeland defense, and long-range interdiction, the Eagle II offers high sortie generation and low lifecycle costs—crucial for sustaining U.S. air power in contested environments.

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