707 vs KC-130 Hercules
Overview
The 707 and the KC-130 Hercules are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Lockheed Martin respectively.
Top speed is 1,010 km/h for the 707 vs 670 km/h for the KC-130 Hercules. The 707 has an operational range of 5,400 km vs 5,250 km for the KC-130 Hercules. The 707 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 8,534 m for the KC-130 Hercules.
The 707 has been produced in 865 units vs 124 for the KC-130 Hercules. Unit cost is $35M for the 707 vs $22M for the KC-130 Hercules. The 707 first flew 6 years before the KC-130 Hercules (1954 vs 1960).
| 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 |
| American military transport aircraft, noted for tactical refueling and cargo application, extensively operational during Cold War era and beyond. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 44.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 46.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1010 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 5,400 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 151,318 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 66,406 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,155 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 162.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 670 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 5,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 79,379 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 34,274 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 1,119 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the KC-130 Hercules's 670 km/h, a difference of 340 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 has a longer range at 5,400 km compared to the KC-130 Hercules's 5,250 km.
Which can fly higher, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the KC-130 Hercules's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 151,318 kg compared to the KC-130 Hercules's 79,379 kg.
Which is larger, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 is longer at 46.4 meters compared to the KC-130 Hercules's 29.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the KC-130 Hercules at $22 million.
Which entered service first, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 4 years before the KC-130 Hercules which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 707 or KC-130 Hercules?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 124 units of the KC-130 Hercules.