A-3 Skywarrior vs A-6 Intruder
Overview
The A-3 Skywarrior and the A-6 Intruder are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 980 km/h for the A-3 Skywarrior vs 1,040 km/h for the A-6 Intruder. The A-3 Skywarrior has an operational range of 3,380 km vs 1,702 km for the A-6 Intruder. The A-6 Intruder operates at altitudes up to 12,400 m compared to 12,000 m for the A-3 Skywarrior.
The A-3 Skywarrior has been produced in 283 units vs 693 for the A-6 Intruder. The A-3 Skywarrior first flew 8 years before the A-6 Intruder (1952 vs 1960).
| American jet-powered strategic bomber, developed in the mid-20th century, utilized for nuclear deterrence, electronic warfare, and aerial refueling from aircraft carriers. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 28 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 283 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American all-weather, medium-attack bomber, notable for Vietnam and Gulf War deployment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 19 April 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 693 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 75.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 980 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,380 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 37,195 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 17,876 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,381 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 49.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1040 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,702 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,400 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 11,630 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,218 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-6 Intruder is faster with a maximum speed of 1,040 km/h compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 980 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a longer range at 3,380 km compared to the A-6 Intruder's 1,702 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-6 Intruder has a higher service ceiling at 12,400 meters (40,682 ft) compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,195 kg compared to the A-6 Intruder's 27,500 kg.
Which is larger, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-3 Skywarrior is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the A-6 Intruder's 16.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-3 Skywarrior entered service first in 1956, 7 years before the A-6 Intruder which entered service in 1963.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-6 Intruder?
The A-6 Intruder has been produced in greater numbers with 693 units compared to 283 units of the A-3 Skywarrior.