707 vs SH-5

The 707 and the SH-5 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Harbin respectively. Top speed is 1,010 km/h for the 707 vs 556 km/h for the SH-5. The 707 has an operational range of 5,400 km vs 4,756 km for the SH-5. The 707 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 10,250 m for the SH-5. At 151,318 kg MTOW, the 707 is 3.4x the SH-5's 45,000 kg. The 707 has been produced in 865 units vs 7 for the SH-5. The 707 first flew 22 years before the SH-5 (1954 vs 1976).

707

American jet airliner from the mid-20th century, notably used in civil aviation and military transport missions worldwide.
Boeing 707 Other profile drawing
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
Chinese amphibious aircraft, notable for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare, used primarily in the late 20th century.
Harbin SH-5 Other profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 3 April 1976
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 7 units
Average unit price $-- million

707

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 144.0 m²
Wingspan 36.0 m â—‰
Height 9.8 m â—‰
Length 38.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 556 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,756 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,250 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 26,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 2,349 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the SH-5's 556 km/h, a difference of 454 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 has a longer range at 5,400 km compared to the SH-5's 4,756 km.
Which can fly higher, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the SH-5's 10,250 meters (33,628 ft).
Which is heavier, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 151,318 kg compared to the SH-5's 45,000 kg.
Which is larger, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 is longer at 46.4 meters compared to the SH-5's 38.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 28 years before the SH-5 which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 707 or SH-5?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 7 units of the SH-5.