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F 15K Slam Eagle Fighter

F 15K Slam Eagle Fighter

Manufacturer: Boeing
Category: Fighter Jets
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Generation 4
Maximum Speed Mach 2.5
No. of Engines 2
Radar Range 150 km plus

Full Specifications

General Information

Name	Boeing F 15K Slam Eagle
Manufacturer	Boeing
Country of Origin	United States
Type / Role	Multirole Strike Fighter
Generation	Fourth Plus
Status	Active
First Flight	2002
Introduction / In Service Since	2005
Number Built	About 60
Operators	Republic of Korea Air Force

Dimensions & Structure

Length	19.4 m
Wingspan	13.0 m
Height	5.6 m
Wing Area	56.5 sq m
Empty Weight	14,300 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	36,700 kg
Internal Weapons Bay	None
External Hardpoints	11

Performance

Maximum Speed	Mach 2.5
Range	4,450 km
Combat Radius	1,800 km
Service Ceiling	18,300 m
Rate of Climb	254 m per second
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio	1.07
G Limits	Plus 9 g

Powerplant

Engine Type	Turbofan
No. of Engines	2
Thrust (each)	131 kN with afterburner
Thrust Vectoring	No
Fuel Capacity	13,455 kg internal

Armament

Gun	One 20 mm M61A1 Vulcan
Missiles (Air-to-Air)	AIM 120 AMRAAM, AIM 9 Sidewinder
Missiles (Air-to-Ground)	AGM 84 Harpoon, AGM 88 HARM
Bombs	JDAM, Paveway series
Hardpoints	11
Payload Capacity	Up to 10,400 kg

Avionics & Systems

Radar	AN APG 63 V1
Radar Range	150 km plus
Electronic Warfare (EW) System	Integrated defensive suite
Targeting System	LANTIRN, Sniper XR
Helmet Display	Limited capability
Navigation	INS GPS
Autopilot / AI Assistance	Digital flight control system
Communication	Secure datalink

Stealth & Technology

Radar Cross Section (RCS)	High
Stealth Features	Limited shaping and coatings
Infrared Signature Reduction	Engine exhaust management
Sensor Fusion	Partial
Networking Capabilities	Tactical data link

Variants

Special Export Versions

F 15SG Singapore

Operational History

Major Conflicts / Deployments	Deterrence and patrol missions
Notable Operators	Republic of Korea Air Force
Combat Proven?	Limited
Mission Types	Strike, air superiority, maritime attac

Cost & Program

Unit Cost	100 to 110 million USD
Development Cost	Based on F 15E program
Program Name	F X Phase I
Funding Countries	South Korea

Additional Information

Upgrades Planned	Radar and avionics modernization
Future Replacement	KF 21 B
Export Restrictions	US ITAR
Notable Achievements	Long range precision strike capability
Competitors	Su 30, Rafale, Eurofighter

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

Technology 8 / 10
Performance 8 / 10
Firepower 9 / 10
Range & Endurance 8 / 10
Reliability & Maintenance 7 / 10

PROS

Long range strike capability
Heavy weapons payload
Proven airframe and engines
Strong radar and sensors
High speed and climb performance

CONS

Large radar signature
High operating cost
Limited stealth features
Heavy airframe limits agility
Requires tanker support for extended missions

Boeing F 15K Slam Eagle Multirole Fighter

The Boeing F 15K Slam Eagle is a highly capable multirole combat aircraft developed for the Republic of Korea Air Force. Based on the proven F 15E Strike Eagle, it combines long range, heavy payload, and advanced avionics for modern high threat environments.

Manufacturer

The aircraft is manufactured by Boeing Defense, Space and Security in the United States, with selected subsystems supplied by international partners.

Speed and Range

The F 15K is capable of sustained supersonic flight, reaching speeds above Mach 2. Its large internal fuel capacity and ability to carry external tanks give it long range strike capability across the Korean Peninsula and beyond.

Cost Price

The estimated unit cost of the F 15K Slam Eagle ranges between 100 and 110 million US dollars, depending on configuration, weapons, and support packages.

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