B-47 Stratojet vs Valiant

Overview

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

Top speed is 977 km/h for the B-47 Stratojet vs 912 km/h for the Valiant. The B-47 Stratojet has an operational range of 3,240 km vs 7,200 km for the Valiant. The Valiant operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 10,089 m for the B-47 Stratojet .

The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in 2,042 units vs 108 for the Valiant. The B-47 Stratojet first flew 4 years before the Valiant (1947 vs 1951).

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
British high-altitude jet bomber, designed to carry nuclear weapons and operated during the 1950s and 1960s as part of the strategic deterrent force.
Vickers Valiant Bomber profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Vickers
First flight 18 May 1951
Year introduced 1955
Number produced 108 units
Average unit price --
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 219.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 34.9 m β—‰
Height 9.8 m β—‰
Length 33.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 912 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 16,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 63,503 kg β—‰
Empty weight 34,419 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 11 kN β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The B-47 Stratojet is faster with a maximum speed of 977 km/h compared to the Valiant's 912 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The Valiant has a longer range at 7,200 km compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The Valiant has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 10,089 meters (33,100 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The B-47 Stratojet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 100,000 kg compared to the Valiant's 63,503 kg.
Which is larger, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The Valiant is longer at 33.0 meters compared to the B-47 Stratojet 's 32.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The B-47 Stratojet entered service first in 1952, 3 years before the Valiant which entered service in 1955.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-47 Stratojet or Valiant?
The B-47 Stratojet has been produced in greater numbers with 2,042 units compared to 108 units of the Valiant.