F-15EX Eagle II
Type: 4.5 Generation Heavy Fighter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Boeing
Overview
Latest and most advanced variant of the F-15 platform featuring fly-by-wire controls, AESA radar, Open Mission Systems architecture, and capacity for 22 air-to-air missiles. Combines proven airframe reliability with next-generation avionics. Replaces aging F-15C/D fleet in USAF service.
Technical Specifications
| radar | AN/APG-82(V)1 AESA |
|---|---|
| ceiling | 18,300 m |
| payload | 13,000+ kg (highest of any U.S. fighter) |
| ew_suite | EPAWSS Electronic Warfare |
| max_speed | Mach 2.5 |
| unit_cost | ~$88M |
| manufacturer | Boeing |
| combat_radius | 1,270 km |
| max_weapons_load | 12× AIM-120 + 8× AIM-9 simultaneously |
| first_operational | 2021 |
Operators
- United States
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