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Gripen E Fighter Jet

Gripen E Fighter Jet

Brand: Saab
Category: Fighter Jets
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Generation 4.5
Maximum Speed Mach 2.0
No. of Engines 1
Radar Range 160+ km

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Full Specifications

General Information

Name	JAS 39E Gripen (Gripen E)
Manufacturer	Saab AB
Country of Origin	Sweden
Type / Role	Multirole Fighter Jet
Generation	4.5
Status	In Production / Active Service
First Flight	June 15, 2017
Introduction / In Service Since	2023
Number Built	60+ (Orders in progress)
Operators	Sweden, Brazil

Dimensions & Structure

Length	15.2 m (49.8 ft)
Wingspan	8.6 m (28.2 ft)
Height	4.5 m (14.7 ft)
Wing Area	30 m²
Empty Weight	8,000 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	16,500 kg
Internal Weapons Bay	None
External Hardpoints	10

Performance

Maximum Speed	Mach 2.0
Range	1,600 km
Combat Radius	800 km
Service Ceiling	50,000 ft (15,240 m)
Rate of Climb	15,000 m/min
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio	0.97
G Limits	+9 / -3

Powerplant

Engine Type	GE F414G afterburning turbofan
No. of Engines	1
Thrust (each)	22,000 lbf (98 kN)
Thrust Vectoring	No
Fuel Capacity	3,400 kg (internal)

Armament

Gun	27 mm Mauser BK-27 cannon
Missiles (Air-to-Air)	Meteor, IRIS-T, AIM-9, AIM-120 AMRAAM
Missiles (Air-to-Ground)	RBS-15, AGM-65 Maverick
Bombs	Paveway II/III, JDAM, Mk 82/83/84
Hardpoints	10
Payload Capacity	6,000 kg (13,200 lb)

Avionics & Systems

Radar	Selex ES Raven ES-05 AESA
Radar Range	160+ km
Electronic Warfare (EW) System	Saab Arexis Integrated EW Suite
Targeting System	IRST + Litening Targeting Pod
Helmet Display	Targo II HMD
Navigation	GPS/INS Hybrid
Autopilot / AI Assistance	Yes (Advanced Digital Flight Control)
Communication	Link 16, Secure Datalink, SATCOM

Stealth & Technology

Radar Cross Section (RCS)	Reduced, non-stealth (~1 m² class)
Stealth Features	Radar-absorbent materials and design
Infrared Signature Reduction	Yes
Sensor Fusion	Full 360° sensor fusion system
Networking Capabilities	Network-Centric Warfare, Link 16, SwAF Data Link

Variants

Special Export Versions

Brazilian Gripen F with local avionics

Operational History

Major Conflicts / Deployments	None (peace-time operational)
Notable Operators	Sweden, Brazil
Combat Proven?	Not yet
Mission Types	Air Superiority, Strike, Reconnaissance, Maritime Patrol

Cost & Program

Unit Cost	$85 million (approximate)
Development Cost	$2+ billion
Program Name	Gripen E/F Program
Funding Countries	Sweden, Brazil

Additional Information

Upgrades Planned	Enhanced EW, AI-assisted avionics, new weapon integration
Future Replacement	Swedish next-generation stealth fighter (FCAS concept)
Export Restrictions	Moderate
Notable Achievements	Lowest operational cost in 4.5-gen class
Competitors	Dassault Rafale, F-16V, Tejas Mk1A, JAS 39C/D

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

Advanced AESA radar and EW suite
Excellent agility and short takeoff capability
Cost-effective operations and maintenance
Open architecture for upgrades
Compatible with NATO-standard weapons

CONS

Limited internal fuel compared to heavier fighters
No stealth shaping (non-stealth airframe)
Single-engine configuration limits redundancy
Smaller payload capacity
Limited combat history

Gripen E: Sweden’s Next-Generation Multirole Fighter

Developed by Saab AB, the Gripen E represents Sweden’s evolution in lightweight multirole combat aircraft, designed to meet modern air defense challenges with precision, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. Building upon the proven Gripen C/D platform, the E variant incorporates next-generation sensors, electronic warfare capabilities, and network-centric warfare integration to compete with advanced global fighters like the F-16V and Rafale.

Equipped with the powerful General Electric F414G engine, the Gripen E achieves a top speed of Mach 2 and a combat radius exceeding 800 km, making it ideal for both defensive and offensive missions. It features Saab’s PS-05/A Mk4 AESA radar, an infrared search and track (IRST) system, and an integrated electronic warfare suite, enabling superior situational awareness and survivability in contested environments.

The aircraft’s modular design supports a broad range of munitions — including Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles, IRIS-T, and precision-guided bombs — across 10 external hardpoints. Its digital cockpit with wide-area displays and AI-assisted systems streamlines pilot workload during complex operations.

The Gripen E is currently in service with Sweden and Brazil, offering nations a capable yet cost-effective alternative to heavier, more expensive fifth-generation fighters.

Gripen E Fighter Jet Price in US

The estimated unit cost of the Saab Gripen E is approximately $85 million, depending on configuration and export agreements. Its lifecycle cost remains significantly lower than comparable Western fighters, making it attractive for nations seeking modern airpower on a moderate defense budget.

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