A321 vs BD-700 Global Express
The A321 and the BD-700 Global Express are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Bombardier respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 950 km/h for the BD-700 Global Express. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 11,100 km for the BD-700 Global Express. The BD-700 Global Express operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 12,000 m for the A321. The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 816 for the BD-700 Global Express. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $25M for the BD-700 Global Express. The A321 first flew 9 years before the BD-700 Global Express (1987 vs 1996).
| European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 27 February 1987 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2917 units |
| Average unit price | $120 million |
| Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| First flight | 13 October 1996 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 816 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 122.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 34.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 37.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 871 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 78,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 42,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,340 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 95.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 30.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,132 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 22,566 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The BD-700 Global Express is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the A321's 871 km/h, a difference of 79 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The BD-700 Global Express has a longer range at 11,100 km compared to the A321's 5,930 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the A321's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 45,132 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 30.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the BD-700 Global Express at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 5 years before the BD-700 Global Express which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or BD-700 Global Express?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 816 units of the BD-700 Global Express.