B-58 Hustler vs Tu-95 Bear
The B-58 Hustler and the Tu-95 Bear are both Bombers, manufactured by Convair and Tupolev respectively. The B-58 Hustler reaches 2,123 km/h — 2.3x the Tu-95 Bear's 920 km/h. The B-58 Hustler has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 15,000 km for the Tu-95 Bear. The B-58 Hustler operates at altitudes up to 19,324 m compared to 13,716 m for the Tu-95 Bear. At 188,000 kg MTOW, the Tu-95 Bear is 2.3x the B-58 Hustler's 80,240 kg. The B-58 Hustler has been produced in 116 units vs 500 for the Tu-95 Bear. Unit cost is $18M for the B-58 Hustler vs $60M for the Tu-95 Bear. The Tu-95 Bear 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 strategic bomber, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed for long-range maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 12 November 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $60 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 | 310.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 12.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 46.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 920 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 15,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 188,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 90,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,950 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The B-58 Hustler is faster with a maximum speed of 2,123 km/h compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 920 km/h, a difference of 1,203 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear has a longer range at 15,000 km compared to the B-58 Hustler's 7,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher service ceiling at 19,324 meters (63,398 ft) compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 188,000 kg compared to the B-58 Hustler's 80,240 kg.
Which is larger, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear is longer at 46.2 meters compared to the B-58 Hustler's 29.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear is more expensive at approximately $60 million per unit compared to the B-58 Hustler at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear entered service first in 1956, 4 years before the B-58 Hustler which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-58 Hustler or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear has been produced in greater numbers with 500 units compared to 116 units of the B-58 Hustler.