707 vs GlobalEye
The 707 and the GlobalEye are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Saab / Bombardier respectively. Top speed is 1,010 km/h for the 707 vs 1,110 km/h for the GlobalEye. The 707 has an operational range of 5,400 km vs 11,000 km for the GlobalEye. The GlobalEye operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 13,000 m for the 707. At 151,318 kg MTOW, the 707 is 3.4x the GlobalEye's 45,100 kg. The 707 has been produced in 865 units vs 5 for the GlobalEye. Unit cost is $35M for the 707 vs $350M for the GlobalEye. The 707 first flew 64 years before the GlobalEye (1954 vs 2018).
| American jet airliner from the mid-20th century, notably used in civil aviation and military transport missions worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 15 July 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 865 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Swedish/Canadian airborne early warning and control platform, introduced in 2020, used for airborne, maritime, and ground surveillance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab / Bombardier |
| First flight | 14 March 2018 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | $350 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 44.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1010 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 151,318 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 66,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,618 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 94.9 m² |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 30.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1110 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 23,690 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye is faster with a maximum speed of 1,110 km/h compared to the 707's 1,010 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye has a longer range at 11,000 km compared to the 707's 5,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the 707's 13,000 meters (42,650 ft).
Which is heavier, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The 707 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 151,318 kg compared to the GlobalEye's 45,100 kg.
Which is larger, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The 707 is longer at 46.4 meters compared to the GlobalEye's 30.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The GlobalEye is more expensive at approximately $350 million per unit compared to the 707 at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 62 years before the GlobalEye which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 707 or GlobalEye?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 5 units of the GlobalEye.