Top 10 most expensive fighter jets ever built! Check out ranking
Here is a ranked look at the top 10 most expensive fighter jets ever built, based on estimated per-unit costs.
F-35 Lightning II – Approx. $80–110 Million Per Unit
Developed by Lockheed Martin, the F-35 is a fifth-generation multirole fighter with stealth, advanced sensors, and networked warfare capabilities. Its cost varies by variant (A, B, C) and the customer nation.
F-22 Raptor – Approx. $150 Million Per Unit
The F-22, also built by Lockheed Martin, is considered one of the first true fifth-generation fighters. Production was limited to under 200 aircraft, which increased its overall per-unit cost.
Eurofighter Typhoon – Approx. $125 Million Per Unit
A joint project by the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain, the Typhoon is a twin-engine, multirole fighter. Its cost includes advanced avionics and European production standards.
Dassault Rafale – Approx. $115 Million Per Unit
The Rafale, produced by France’s Dassault Aviation, is a multirole fighter currently in service with France, India, Qatar, and others. Its export contracts often include weapons packages and training, which increase overall costs.
Su-57 Felon – Approx. $100–120 Million Per Unit
Russia’s Su-57 is its first operational stealth fighter. Limited production and sanctions have raised the cost per aircraft, and exports are expected to influence future pricing.
Boeing F-15EX Eagle II – Approx. $90 Million Per Unit
An upgraded version of the long-serving F-15 platform, the F-15EX includes modern avionics, extended weapon capacity, and the ability to integrate hypersonic weapons.
Chengdu J-20 – Approx. $100–110 Million Per Unit
China’s fifth-generation stealth fighter is still in limited production. Precise figures are not publicly available, but estimates place its cost on par with Western counterparts due to advanced materials and engines.
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet – Approx. $70–80 Million Per Unit
Produced by Boeing, the Super Hornet serves with the US Navy and other air forces. Its cost efficiency is improved by large-scale production, but modern upgrades raise overall expense.
HAL Tejas Mk2 – Approx. $60–70 Million Per Unit (Projected)
India’s upcoming Tejas Mk2 is an advanced version of its indigenous light combat aircraft. Although more affordable than fifth-generation fighters, costs are rising due to new avionics and weapons integration.
Saab JAS 39 Gripen E – Approx. $60 Million Per Unit
Sweden’s Gripen is marketed as a cost-effective multirole fighter, but the advanced Gripen E variant pushes the price higher with improved radar, weapons compatibility, and electronic warfare systems.
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