The EJ200 turbofan engine is a cutting-edge propulsion system powering the Eurofighter Typhoon, one of the world’s most advanced multi-role fighter aircraft. Developed by EUROJET Turbo GmbH, a European consortium consisting of Rolls-Royce (UK), MTU Aero Engines (Germany), Avio Aero (Italy), and ITP Aero (Spain), the EJ200 delivers outstanding thrust, efficiency, and modular maintainability.
MTU’s Key Role
With a 30% production share, MTU Aero Engines plays a pivotal role in the EJ200’s development and manufacturing. MTU is responsible for:
- Designing and producing both low- and high-pressure compressors,
- Creating the Digital Engine Control and Monitoring Unit (DECMU),
- Final assembly and testing for German and Austrian air forces,
- Maintenance operations in cooperation with the German Armed Forces.
MTU pioneered the use of blisk (bladed disk) technology in the EJ200, where rotor blades and disks are integrated into a single unit for higher efficiency and reduced weight. Today, this innovation has become standard in commercial engines as well.
EJ200 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| First Entered Service (EIS) | 2003 |
| Engine Type | Two-shaft turbofan with afterburner |
| Max. Thrust with Afterburner | 20,000 lbf |
| Max. Thrust without Afterburner | 13,500 lbf |
| Pressure Ratio | 26:1 |
| Bypass Ratio | 0.4:1 |
| Length | ~13.1 ft (4.0 m) |
| Weight | ~2,204 lbs (1,000 kg) |
| Compressor Design | 3-stage LP (blisk), 5-stage HP (3 blisk + 2 conventional) |
| Turbine Blades | Single-crystal |
| Nozzle | Convergent/divergent |
| Control System | Digital with integrated health & life cycle monitoring |
| Maintenance Philosophy | On-condition |
| Aircraft Application | Eurofighter Typhoon |
| Consortium Partners | Rolls-Royce, Avio Aero, ITP Aero, MTU Aero Engines |
