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KF-21 Boramae (Rollout)
KAI · South Korea
The KF-21 (formerly KF-X) was unveiled in April 2021. While the Block I variant uses semi-recessed weapon stations rather than internal bays, the airframe is designed for future stealth upgrades. It represents a massive leap in South Korean industrial self-reliance.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,200 km/h (Mach 1.8) |
| Range | 2,900 km |
| Ceiling | 16,700 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric F414-GE-400K afterburning turbofans |
Armament & Payload
4x Meteor (semi-recessed); 2x IRIS-T (wingtips).
Next Aircraft in Timeline
MQ-25 Stingray (First Aerial Refuel) →
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KF-21 Boramae (Rollout)
KAI · South Korea
The KF-21 (formerly KF-X) was unveiled in April 2021. While the Block I variant uses semi-recessed weapon stations rather than internal bays, the airframe is designed for future stealth upgrades. It represents a massive leap in South Korean industrial self-reliance.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,200 km/h (Mach 1.8) |
| Range | 2,900 km |
| Ceiling | 16,700 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric F414-GE-400K afterburning turbofans |
Armament & Payload
4x Meteor (semi-recessed); 2x IRIS-T (wingtips).