A330 MRTT vs Il-78 Midas
The A330 MRTT is a Military Transport Aircraft built by Airbus, while the Il-78 Midas is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Ilyushin. Top speed is 880 km/h for the A330 MRTT vs 850 km/h for the Il-78 Midas. The A330 MRTT has an operational range of 14,800 km vs 7,300 km for the Il-78 Midas. The A330 MRTT operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 12,000 m for the Il-78 Midas. The A330 MRTT has been produced in 66 units vs 53 for the Il-78 Midas. The Il-78 Midas first flew 33 years before the A330 MRTT (1983 vs 2016).
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 30 September 2016 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 66 units |
| Average unit price | $275 million |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 26 June 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 53 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 362.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 60.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 17.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 58.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 880 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 14,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 233,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 125,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 320 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 300.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 14.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 850 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 210,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 72,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 12,020 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT is faster with a maximum speed of 880 km/h compared to the Il-78 Midas's 850 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT has a longer range at 14,800 km compared to the Il-78 Midas's 7,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the Il-78 Midas's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 233,000 kg compared to the Il-78 Midas's 210,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT is longer at 58.8 meters compared to the Il-78 Midas's 46.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The Il-78 Midas entered service first in 1984, 27 years before the A330 MRTT which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A330 MRTT or Il-78 Midas?
The A330 MRTT has been produced in greater numbers with 66 units compared to 53 units of the Il-78 Midas.