B-1B Lancer vs Tu-16 Badger
The B-1B Lancer and the Tu-16 Badger are both Bombers, manufactured by Rockwell and Tupolev respectively. Top speed is 1,448 km/h for the B-1B Lancer vs 1,050 km/h for the Tu-16 Badger. The B-1B Lancer has an operational range of 9,400 km vs 7,200 km for the Tu-16 Badger. The B-1B Lancer operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 12,800 m for the Tu-16 Badger. At 216,400 kg MTOW, the B-1B Lancer is 2.7x the Tu-16 Badger's 79,000 kg. The B-1B Lancer has been produced in 104 units vs 1,509 for the Tu-16 Badger. Unit cost is $283M for the B-1B Lancer vs $6M for the Tu-16 Badger. The Tu-16 Badger first flew 31 years before the B-1B Lancer (1952 vs 1983).
| American strategic bomber, designed during the Cold War, notably deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan for long-range heavy bombing. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Rockwell |
| First flight | 23 March 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 104 units |
| Average unit price | $283 million |
| Soviet jet bomber, known for Cold War operations and extensive use in various international conflicts, including Middle-Eastern wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 27 April 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 1509 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wing area | 181.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 41.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 44.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1448 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 9,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 216,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 87,100 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 6,577 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 165.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 33.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 34.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1050 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 79,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 37,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,525 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer is faster with a maximum speed of 1,448 km/h compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 1,050 km/h, a difference of 398 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer has a longer range at 9,400 km compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 7,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 216,400 kg compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 79,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer is longer at 44.5 meters compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 34.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-1B Lancer is more expensive at approximately $283 million per unit compared to the Tu-16 Badger at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The Tu-16 Badger entered service first in 1954, 32 years before the B-1B Lancer which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-16 Badger?
The Tu-16 Badger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,509 units compared to 104 units of the B-1B Lancer.