BD-700 Global Express vs C-32

Overview

The BD-700 Global Express and the C-32 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 950 km/h for the BD-700 Global Express vs 853 km/h for the C-32. The BD-700 Global Express has an operational range of 11,100 km vs 10,200 km for the C-32. The BD-700 Global Express operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 12,802 m for the C-32. At 115,666 kg MTOW, the C-32 is 2.6x the BD-700 Global Express's 45,132 kg.

The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in 816 units vs 6 for the C-32. Unit cost is $25M for the BD-700 Global Express vs $90M for the C-32. The BD-700 Global Express first flew 2 years before the C-32 (1996 vs 1998).

BD-700 Global Express

Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express Transport profile drawing
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
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C-32

American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
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
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BD-700 Global Express

Wing area 95.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m ◉
Height 7.3 m ◉
Length 30.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 950 km/h ◉
Operational range 11,100 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,545 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 45,132 kg ◉
Empty weight 22,566 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉

C-32

Wing area 181.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 38.0 m ◉
Height 11.0 m ◉
Length 47.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 853 km/h ◉
Operational range 10,200 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,802 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg ◉
Empty weight 58,900 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf ◉

Performance Radar Chart

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.

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