The Boeing Company F/A-18F Super Hornet vs Lockheed F-35B Lightning II
Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).
| Spec | The Boeing Company F/A-18F Super Hornet | Lockheed F-35B Lightning II |
|---|---|---|
| ICAO type | F18S | VF35 |
| MTOW | 30,000 kg | 29,700 kg |
| Range | 1,200 nm | 800 nm |
| Cruise speed | — | — |
| Service ceiling | 50,000 ft | 53,000 ft |
| Max seats | 2 | 1 |
| Length | 18 m | 16 m |
| Wingspan | 14 m | 11 m |
The Boeing Company F/A-18F Super Hornet
Lockheed F-35B Lightning II