B-58 Hustler vs F-117 Nighthawk
| American supersonic jet bomber, introduced during the Cold War, noted for its service with the Strategic Air Command. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Convair |
| First flight | 11 November 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 116 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| American stealth attack aircraft, prominent in 1980s-2000s, notorious for service in Gulf War and Operation Allied Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 18 June 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 64 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| Wing area | 143.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 19,324 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 80,240 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 25,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,400 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 73.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 993 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,720 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 21,031 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,781 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler is faster with a maximum speed of 2,123 km/h compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 993 km/h, a difference of 1,130 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 1,720 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The F-117 Nighthawk has a higher service ceiling at 21,031 meters (68,999 ft) compared to the B-58 Hustler's 19,324 meters (63,398 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 80,240 kg compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 25,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler is longer at 29.5 meters compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 20.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The F-117 Nighthawk is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the B-58 Hustler at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler entered service first in 1960, 23 years before the F-117 Nighthawk which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has been produced in greater numbers with 116 units compared to 64 units of the F-117 Nighthawk.