A321 vs C-32

Overview

The A321 and the C-32 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 853 km/h for the C-32. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 10,200 km for the C-32. The C-32 operates at altitudes up to 12,802 m compared to 12,000 m for the A321.

The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 6 for the C-32. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $90M for the C-32. The A321 first flew 11 years before the C-32 (1987 vs 1998).

European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines.
Airbus A321 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί 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 passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 June 1998
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price $90 million
Wing area 122.6 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 34.1 m β—‰
Height 11.8 m β—‰
Length 37.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 871 km/h β—‰
Operational range 5,930 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 78,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 42,600 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf β—‰
Wing area 181.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 38.0 m β—‰
Height 11.0 m β—‰
Length 47.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 853 km/h β—‰
Operational range 10,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg β—‰
Empty weight 58,900 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the A321 or C-32?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or C-32?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the A321's 5,930 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or C-32?
The C-32 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the A321's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or C-32?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the A321's 78,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or C-32?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the A321's 37.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or C-32?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the C-32 at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or C-32?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 4 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or C-32?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.