A321 vs Beechcraft 390 Premier I
The A321 and the Beechcraft 390 Premier I are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Beechcraft respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 841 km/h for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 2,519 km for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 12,000 m for the A321. At 78,000 kg MTOW, the A321 is 14:1 the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 5,670 kg. The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 292 for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $5M for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I. The A321 first flew 11 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I (1987 vs 1998).
| 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 |
| American business jet, produced in the late 20th century, utilized globally primarily in aial ambulance and executive transport roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 22 December 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 292 units |
| Average unit price | $5 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 | 23.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 841 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,519 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,627 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,043 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 841 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 has a longer range at 5,930 km compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 2,519 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the A321's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 14.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 7 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or Beechcraft 390 Premier I?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 292 units of the Beechcraft 390 Premier I.