F-14 Tomcat
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The F-14 Tomcat is a carrier-based fleet defense fighter built by Grumman in the USA. It first flew in 1970 and entered service in 1974. Protect the fleet by intercepting bombers far from the carriers with long-range Phoenix missiles.
- Top speed2,485 km/h (1,544 mph)
- Range2,960 km (1,839 miles)
- First flight1970
- Wingspan19.6 m (64 ft)
F-14 Tomcat specs
| Top speed | 2,485 km/h (1,544 mph) · Mach 2.34 |
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| Range | 2,960 km (1,839 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 16,150 m (52,986 ft) |
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| Length | 19.1 m (63 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 19.6 m (64 ft) |
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| Height | 4.9 m (16 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 34 t (74,295 lb) |
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| Empty weight | 20 t (43,651 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew |
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| Engines | 2 × afterburning turbofan |
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| First flight | 1970 |
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| Entered service | 1974 |
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| Built by | Grumman (USA) |
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F-14 Tomcat facts
- Its wings swept automatically in flight, from 20° for slow flying to 68° for top speed.
- It starred in the 1986 film Top Gun. Iran still flies the last ones in service.
Quick quiz
When did the F-14 Tomcat first fly?
In 1970.
Who built the F-14 Tomcat?
Grumman, in the USA.
How fast can the F-14 Tomcat fly?
Its top speed is 2,485 km/h (1,544 mph) · Mach 2.34.
How far can the F-14 Tomcat fly?
About 2,960 km (1,839 miles).
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