B-47 Stratojet vs B-52 Stratofortress

Overview

The B-47 Stratojet and the B-52 Stratofortress are both Bombers, manufactured by Boeing and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 977 km/h for the B-47 Stratojet vs 1,000 km/h for the B-52 Stratofortress. The B-47 Stratojet has an operational range of 3,240 km vs 14,200 km for the B-52 Stratofortress. The B-52 Stratofortress operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 10,089 m for the B-47 Stratojet . At 220,000 kg MTOW, the B-52 Stratofortress is 2.2x the B-47 Stratojet 's 100,000 kg.

The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in 2,042 units vs 744 for the B-52 Stratofortress. Unit cost is $3M for the B-47 Stratojet vs $70M for the B-52 Stratofortress. The B-47 Stratojet first flew 5 years before the B-52 Stratofortress (1947 vs 1952).

B-47 Stratojet

American jet bomber, widely deployed during the Cold War, known for its strategic bombing and aerial reconnaissance roles.
Boeing B-47 Stratojet Bomber profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 17 December 1947
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 2042 units
Average unit price $3 million
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B-52 Stratofortress

American strategic bomber, significant for Cold War role, actively used in conflict zones from Vietnam to the Gulf War.
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Bomber profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 15 April 1952
Year introduced 1955
Number produced 744 units
Average unit price $70 million
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B-47 Stratojet

Wing area 132.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 35.4 m ◉
Height 8.5 m ◉
Length 32.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 977 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,240 km ◉
Service ceiling 10,089 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 100,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 35,867 kg ◉
Total thrust 6 x 544 kgf ◉

B-52 Stratofortress

Wing area 370.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 56.4 m ◉
Height 12.4 m ◉
Length 48.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 1000 km/h ◉
Operational range 14,200 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 220,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 83,250 kg ◉
Total thrust 8 x 968 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 977 km/h, a difference of 23 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress has a longer range at 14,200 km compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 10,089 meters (33,100 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 220,000 kg compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 100,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress is longer at 48.5 meters compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 32.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-52 Stratofortress is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the B-47 Stratojet at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-47 Stratojet entered service first in 1952, 3 years before the B-52 Stratofortress which entered service in 1955.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-47 Stratojet or B-52 Stratofortress?
The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in greater numbers with 2,042 units compared to 744 units of the B-52 Stratofortress.

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