A330 vs A330 MRTT
The A330 and the A330 MRTT are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Airbus respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A330 vs 880 km/h for the A330 MRTT. The A330 has an operational range of 13,400 km vs 14,800 km for the A330 MRTT. The A330 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 13,000 m for the A330 MRTT. The A330 has been produced in 1,577 units vs 66 for the A330 MRTT. Unit cost is $260M for the A330 vs $275M for the A330 MRTT. The A330 first flew 24 years before the A330 MRTT (1992 vs 2016).
| European wide-body twin-engine jet airliner, recognized for extensive global service since the early 1990s, including both civilian and military roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 2 November 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 1577 units |
| Average unit price | $260 million |
| European aerial refueling and military transport aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, extensively used for global logistics and in-flight refueling operations. | |
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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 |
| Wing area | 362.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 60.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 17.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 59.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 871 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 13,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 242,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 119,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 32,659 kgf â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 MRTT is faster with a maximum speed of 880 km/h compared to the A330's 871 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 MRTT has a longer range at 14,800 km compared to the A330's 13,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 MRTT has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the A330's 13,000 meters (42,650 ft).
Which is heavier, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 242,000 kg compared to the A330 MRTT's 233,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 is longer at 59.0 meters compared to the A330 MRTT's 58.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 MRTT is more expensive at approximately $275 million per unit compared to the A330 at $260 million.
Which entered service first, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 entered service first in 1994, 17 years before the A330 MRTT which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A330 or A330 MRTT?
The A330 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,577 units compared to 66 units of the A330 MRTT.