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F-15 Specs
The F-15 is one of the best fighters around today, yet it was introduced in 1972. This Cold War warrior was made to counter the news of a new Russian Mig, the Mig 25. Fortunately the end result was much better than that particular Mig ever turned out to be. The F-15 was a true revolution in fighter design for the western world. It was faster, more aerodynamic, and better in almost every way than the F-4 it replaced.
The F-15 was the first US fighter to use advanced electronics such as fly by wire, and a pulse Doppler radar. It also has a very high thrust to weight ratio, which makes it very fast and maneuverable with a tight turning radius. This aircraft also has a HUD, Ultra High frequency communications, and many other advanced features. It is also unique in its multi-mission capability.
Function: | Tactical Fighter | ||||
Contractor: | McDonnell Douglas Corp. (owned by Boeing) | ||||
Power Plant: | 2 P & W F100-PW-220 or 229 turbofans w/ ab w/ 23,450 lbs of thrust each | ||||
Length: | 63.8 ft. | ||||
Height: | 18.5 ft. | ||||
Max Weight: | 68,000 lb. | ||||
Wingspan: | 42.8 ft. | ||||
Speed: | Mach 2.5+ | ||||
Range: | Unlimited w/ air refueling, 3,450 on internal & external tanks | ||||
Armament: | M-61A1 internal 6 barrel 20mm cannon, 4 Aim9 sidewinder & 4 aim7 Sparrow, or 8 Aim120 Amraam | ||||
Crew: | one | ||||
Deployment Date: | July 1972 | ||||
Cost: | $34.1 million |