Eurojet EJ200
| EJ200 | |
|---|---|
| EJ200 on static display | |
| Type | Turbofan |
| National origin | Multinational |
| Manufacturer | EuroJet Turbo GmbH |
| First run | 1991 |
| Major applications | Eurofighter Typhoon |
| Number built | Over 1,400 as of the end of 2024 1.5 million flying hours |
The Eurojet EJ200 is a military low-bypass turbofan used as the powerplant of the Eurofighter Typhoon. The engine is largely based on the Rolls-Royce XG-40 technology demonstrator, which was developed in the 1980s. The EJ200 is built by the EuroJet Turbo GmbH consortium. The EJ200 is also used in the Bloodhound LSR supersonic land speed record attempting car.