A310 MRTT vs 707
| European multirole tanker transport, with significant deployments in aerial refueling and strategic airlift operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 1 December 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 6 units |
| Average unit price | $108 million |
| American jet airliner from the mid-20th century, notably used in civil aviation and military transport missions worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 15 July 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 865 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 219.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 43.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 978 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 8,889 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 163,998 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 113,999 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 27,306 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 44.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1010 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 151,318 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 66,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,618 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of A310 MRTT by German Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The 707 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the A310 MRTT's 978 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The A310 MRTT has a longer range at 8,889 km compared to the 707's 5,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The 707 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the A310 MRTT's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The A310 MRTT has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 163,998 kg compared to the 707's 151,318 kg.
Which is larger, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The A310 MRTT is longer at 47.5 meters compared to the 707's 46.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The A310 MRTT is more expensive at approximately $108 million per unit compared to the 707 at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 46 years before the A310 MRTT which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A310 MRTT or 707?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 6 units of the A310 MRTT.