707 vs S-3 Viking
The 707 and the S-3 Viking are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Lockheed respectively. Top speed is 1,010 km/h for the 707 vs 815 km/h for the S-3 Viking. The 707 has an operational range of 5,400 km vs 5,121 km for the S-3 Viking. The 707 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 12,466 m for the S-3 Viking. At 151,318 kg MTOW, the 707 is 6.3x the S-3 Viking's 23,831 kg. The 707 has been produced in 865 units vs 188 for the S-3 Viking. Unit cost is $35M for the 707 vs $27M for the S-3 Viking. The 707 first flew 18 years before the S-3 Viking (1954 vs 1972).
| 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 anti-submarine aircraft, operational during the Cold War, recognized for its service in Gulf War naval missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 21 January 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 188 units |
| Average unit price | $27 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 2,155 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 56.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 815 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,121 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,466 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,831 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,057 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,104 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the S-3 Viking's 815 km/h, a difference of 195 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 has a longer range at 5,400 km compared to the S-3 Viking's 5,121 km.
Which can fly higher, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the S-3 Viking's 12,466 meters (40,898 ft).
Which is heavier, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 151,318 kg compared to the S-3 Viking's 23,831 kg.
Which is larger, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 is longer at 46.4 meters compared to the S-3 Viking's 16.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the S-3 Viking at $27 million.
Which entered service first, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 16 years before the S-3 Viking which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 707 or S-3 Viking?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 188 units of the S-3 Viking.