A321 vs Jetstream 31
Overview
The A321 and the Jetstream 31 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and British Aerospace respectively.
Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 1,260 km for the Jetstream 31. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the Jetstream 31. At 78,000 kg MTOW, the A321 is 11:1 the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 386 for the Jetstream 31. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $8M for the Jetstream 31. The Jetstream 31 first flew 7 years before the A321 (1980 vs 1987).
| 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 |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 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 5,670 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 336 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 384 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 has a longer range at 5,930 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the Jetstream 31's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the Jetstream 31 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 12 years before the A321 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or Jetstream 31?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 386 units of the Jetstream 31.