A321 vs Jetstream 41
Overview
The A321 and the Jetstream 41 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and British Aerospace respectively.
Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 547 km/h for the Jetstream 41. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 1,433 km for the Jetstream 41. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 7,925 m for the Jetstream 41. At 78,000 kg MTOW, the A321 is 7.2x the Jetstream 41's 10,886 kg.
The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 100 for the Jetstream 41. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $8M for the Jetstream 41. The A321 first flew 4 years before the Jetstream 41 (1987 vs 1991).
| 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 from the 1990s, notable for its short-haul commercial flights and operations worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 25 September 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1992 |
| Number produced | 100 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 | 32.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 547 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,433 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,925 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,886 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,416 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 615 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the Jetstream 41's 547 km/h, a difference of 324 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 has a longer range at 5,930 km compared to the Jetstream 41's 1,433 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the Jetstream 41's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the Jetstream 41's 10,886 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the Jetstream 41's 19.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the Jetstream 41 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The Jetstream 41 entered service first in 1992, 2 years before the A321 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or Jetstream 41?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 100 units of the Jetstream 41.