B-58 Hustler vs Il-28 Beagle
The B-58 Hustler and the Il-28 Beagle are both Bombers, manufactured by Convair and Ilyushin respectively. The B-58 Hustler reaches 2,123 km/h — 2.4x the Il-28 Beagle's 900 km/h. The B-58 Hustler has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 2,180 km for the Il-28 Beagle. The B-58 Hustler operates at altitudes up to 19,324 m compared to 12,300 m for the Il-28 Beagle. At 80,240 kg MTOW, the B-58 Hustler is 3.8x the Il-28 Beagle's 21,000 kg. The B-58 Hustler has been produced in 116 units vs 6,635 for the Il-28 Beagle. Unit cost is $18M for the B-58 Hustler vs $2M for the Il-28 Beagle. The Il-28 Beagle first flew 8 years before the B-58 Hustler (1948 vs 1956).
| American supersonic jet bomber, introduced during the Cold War, noted for its service with the Strategic Air Command. | |
|
|
| 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 |
| Wing area | 143.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 19,324 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 80,240 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 25,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,400 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 60.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 900 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,180 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 11,890 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,700 kgf ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler is faster with a maximum speed of 2,123 km/h compared to the Il-28 Beagle's 900 km/h, a difference of 1,223 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the Il-28 Beagle's 2,180 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher service ceiling at 19,324 meters (63,398 ft) compared to the Il-28 Beagle's 12,300 meters (40,354 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 80,240 kg compared to the Il-28 Beagle's 21,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler is longer at 29.5 meters compared to the Il-28 Beagle's 17.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The B-58 Hustler is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Il-28 Beagle at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The Il-28 Beagle entered service first in 1950, 10 years before the B-58 Hustler which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-58 Hustler or Il-28 Beagle?
The Il-28 Beagle has been produced in greater numbers with 6,635 units compared to 116 units of the B-58 Hustler.