B-58 Hustler vs Tu-16 Badger
The B-58 Hustler and the Tu-16 Badger are both Bombers, manufactured by Convair and Tupolev respectively. The B-58 Hustler reaches 2,123 km/h — 2.0x the Tu-16 Badger's 1,050 km/h. The B-58 Hustler has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 7,200 km for the Tu-16 Badger. The B-58 Hustler operates at altitudes up to 19,324 m compared to 12,800 m for the Tu-16 Badger. The B-58 Hustler has been produced in 116 units vs 1,509 for the Tu-16 Badger. Unit cost is $18M for the B-58 Hustler vs $6M for the Tu-16 Badger. The Tu-16 Badger first flew 4 years before the B-58 Hustler (1952 vs 1956).
| 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 |
| Soviet jet bomber, known for Cold War operations and extensive use in various international conflicts, including Middle-Eastern wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 27 April 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 1509 units |
| Average unit price | $6 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 | 165.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 33.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 10.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 34.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1050 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 79,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 37,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,525 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-58 Hustler is faster with a maximum speed of 2,123 km/h compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 1,050 km/h, a difference of 1,073 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-58 Hustler has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 7,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher service ceiling at 19,324 meters (63,398 ft) compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 80,240 kg compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 79,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The Tu-16 Badger is longer at 34.8 meters compared to the B-58 Hustler's 29.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The B-58 Hustler is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Tu-16 Badger at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The Tu-16 Badger entered service first in 1954, 6 years before the B-58 Hustler which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-16 Badger?
The Tu-16 Badger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,509 units compared to 116 units of the B-58 Hustler.