B-47 Stratojet vs Tu-22 Blinder

Overview

The B-47 Stratojet and the Tu-22 Blinder are both Bombers, manufactured by Boeing and Tupolev respectively.

Top speed is 977 km/h for the B-47 Stratojet vs 1,510 km/h for the Tu-22 Blinder. The B-47 Stratojet has an operational range of 3,240 km vs 4,900 km for the Tu-22 Blinder. The Tu-22 Blinder operates at altitudes up to 13,300 m compared to 10,089 m for the B-47 Stratojet .

The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in 2,042 units vs 311 for the Tu-22 Blinder. Unit cost is $3M for the B-47 Stratojet vs $15M for the Tu-22 Blinder. The B-47 Stratojet first flew 11 years before the Tu-22 Blinder (1947 vs 1958).

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 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 17 December 1947
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 2042 units
Average unit price $3 million
Soviet supersonic bomber, operational during the Cold War, notable for reconnaissance and maritime strike missions.
Tupolev Tu-22 Blinder Bomber profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Tupolev
First flight 21 June 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 311 units
Average unit price $15 million
Wing area 132.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 35.4 m β—‰
Height 8.5 m β—‰
Length 32.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 977 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,240 km β—‰
Service ceiling 10,089 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 100,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 35,867 kg β—‰
Total thrust 6 x 544 kgf β—‰
Wing area 162.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 23.2 m β—‰
Height 10.1 m β—‰
Length 41.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1510 km/h β—‰
Operational range 4,900 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,300 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 92,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 40,000 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,500 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The Tu-22 Blinder is faster with a maximum speed of 1,510 km/h compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 977 km/h, a difference of 533 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The Tu-22 Blinder has a longer range at 4,900 km compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The Tu-22 Blinder has a higher service ceiling at 13,300 meters (43,635 ft) compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 10,089 meters (33,100 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The B-47 Stratojet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 100,000 kg compared to the Tu-22 Blinder's 92,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The Tu-22 Blinder is longer at 41.6 meters compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 32.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The Tu-22 Blinder is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the B-47 Stratojet at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The B-47 Stratojet entered service first in 1952, 10 years before the Tu-22 Blinder which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-47 Stratojet or Tu-22 Blinder?
The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in greater numbers with 2,042 units compared to 311 units of the Tu-22 Blinder.