707 vs SH-5

Overview

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 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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 πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 3 April 1976
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 7 units
Average unit price --

707

Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 44.5 m β—‰
Height 13.0 m β—‰
Length 46.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1010 km/h β—‰
Operational range 5,400 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 151,318 kg β—‰
Empty weight 66,406 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 2,155 kgf β—‰
Wing area 144.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 36.0 m β—‰
Height 9.8 m β—‰
Length 38.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 556 km/h β—‰
Operational range 4,756 km β—‰
Service ceiling 10,250 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 26,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 587 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

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.