F-35 Lightning II The Joint Strike Fighter

topthingz November 10, 2014

The F-35A combination of stealth, advanced sensors, networking and data fusion capabilities, when integrated with other defense systems, will enable the RAAF to maintain an air combat edge.

Primary Function:

Strike fighter
Manufacturer:

Lockheed Martin Corporation
Role Fifth generation:

multi role fighter
Crew:

One (Pilot)
Engines Pratt & Whitney:

F135-PW-100
Weight:

13,290 kg (empty)
Takeoff Weight (MTOW):

31,752 kg
Air frame Length:

15.7 m, height: 4.4 m
Wingspan:

35 ft – 10.7 m
Length:

51.4 ft (15.67 m)
Height:

15.0 ft (4.6 m)
Range:

2,200 km
Ceiling:

50,000 feet
Max Speed:

1,960 km/h (Mach 1.6)
Capacity:

Stealth, Advanced sensors, Networking and data fusion capabilities
Weapons:

AIM-120C Air-to-Air Missiles, GBU-31 Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) , Guided Bombs, 25 mm GAU-22/A cannon.