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Modern fighter jets stand out not only for their engineering achievements but also as symbols of a country's defense capabilities. Driven by technological innovations, these aircraft play critical roles in air defense, while some models even manage to evade advanced radar systems.
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THE WORLD'S MOST POWERFUL AND EXPENSIVE FIGHTER JETS
According to NTV, two jets from Turkey have found a place on the list of the most powerful and costly fighter jets globally. Here are the world's 20 most powerful and expensive fighter jets...
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20. F-16 FIGHTING FALCON (USA AND TURKEY)
Power: One of the most widely used fighter jets in the world.
Price: 30-35 million dollars.
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19. KAI KF-21 BORAMAE (SOUTH KOREA)
Power: 4.5 generation fighter jet, notable for its low radar cross-section.
Price: 65 million dollars.
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18. LOCKHEED MARTIN C-130J SUPER HERCULES (USA)
Power: Stands out among transport and special mission aircraft.
Price: 65 million dollars.
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17. MQ-9 REAPER (USA)
Power: Armed unmanned aerial vehicle, high-precision strikes.
Price: 30 million dollars.
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16. F/A-18 SUPER HORNET (USA)
Power: Designed for naval aircraft carrier operations.
Price: 70 million dollars.
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15. AV-8B HARRIER II (USA)
Power: Notable for its vertical take-off and landing capability.
Price: 50 million dollars.
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14. TUPOLEV TU-160 BLACKJACK (RUSSIA)
Power: The world's largest supersonic strategic bomber.
Price: 250 million dollars.
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13. BOEING E/A-18G GROWLER (USA)
Power: Specialized in electronic warfare missions.
Price: 85 million dollars.
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12. JAS 39 GRIPEN (SWEDEN)
Power: Lightweight multi-role fighter jet, cost-effective and agile design.
Price: 85 million dollars.
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11. MIG-35 (RUSSIA)
Power: Modernized radar system, high maneuverability.
Price: 45 million dollars.
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10. SU-35 FLANKER-E (RUSSIA)
Power: 4th generation fighter jet, super-maneuverability and powerful radar.
Price: 85 million dollars.
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9. TUSAS TFX (TURKEY)
Power: Turkey's national combat aircraft, advanced radar and avionics systems.
Price: 100 million dollars (estimated).
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8. DASSAULT RAFALE (FRANCE)
Power: Effective in both air superiority and ground attack missions.
Price: 115 million dollars.
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7. EUROFIGHTER TYPHOON (EUROPE)
Power: Multi-role fighter jet used by NATO countries.
Price: 120 million dollars.
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6. KAAN (TURKEY)
Power: 5th generation fighter jet developed by Turkey. Low radar cross-section, high maneuverability, and advanced sensors.
Price: Not yet announced, but expected to be around 100 million dollars.
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5. CHENGDU J-20 (CHINA)
Power: Stealth 5th generation fighter jet, long range.
Price: 100 million dollars.
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4. SUKHOI SU-57 (RUSSIA)
Power: 5th generation fighter jet, high maneuverability and powerful radar system.
Price: 40-45 million dollars.
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3. F-35 LIGHTNING II (USA)
Power: Multi-role 5th generation fighter jet. Effective in both air and ground operations.
Price: 90-115 million dollars.
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2. F-22 RAPTOR (USA)
Power: The world's first 5th generation air superiority fighter. Supercruise and low radar cross-section.
Price: 150 million dollars.
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1. B-2 SPIRIT (USA)
Power: Strategic bomber, low radar cross-section and high range.
Price: 2 billion dollars.
News Source : 12punto
