BD-700 Global Express vs C-32
| Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| First flight | 13 October 1996 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 816 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 June 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 6 units |
| Average unit price | $90 million |
| Wing area | 95.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 30.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,132 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 22,566 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 181.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 853 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 115,666 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 58,900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 18,915 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of BD-700 Global Express by Bombardier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The BD-700 Global Express is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The BD-700 Global Express has a longer range at 11,100 km compared to the C-32's 10,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the C-32's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 45,132 kg.
Which is larger, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 30.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The C-32 is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the BD-700 Global Express at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The C-32 entered service first in 1998, 1 years before the BD-700 Global Express which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BD-700 Global Express or C-32?
The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in greater numbers with 816 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.