727 vs C-32

Overview

The 727 and the C-32 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 1,017 km/h for the 727 vs 853 km/h for the C-32. The 727 has an operational range of 4,720 km vs 10,200 km for the C-32. The 727 operates at altitudes up to 12,802 m compared to 12,802 m for the C-32.

The 727 has been produced in 1,832 units vs 6 for the C-32. Unit cost is $5M for the 727 vs $90M for the C-32. The 727 first flew 35 years before the C-32 (1963 vs 1998).

727

American commercial jet trijet, renowned for its use in the later half of the 20th century, heavily deployed in global airlines.
Boeing 727 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 9 February 1963
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 1832 units
Average unit price $5 million
American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 June 1998
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price $90 million

727

Wing area 157.9 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 33.0 m β—‰
Height 10.0 m β—‰
Length 46.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1017 km/h β—‰
Operational range 4,720 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 95,028 kg β—‰
Empty weight 45,359 kg β—‰
Total thrust 3 x 2,192 kgf β—‰
Wing area 181.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 38.0 m β—‰
Height 11.0 m β—‰
Length 47.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 853 km/h β—‰
Operational range 10,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg β—‰
Empty weight 58,900 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 727 or C-32?
The 727 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,017 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 164 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 727 or C-32?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the 727's 4,720 km.
Which can fly higher, the 727 or C-32?
The C-32 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the 727's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the 727 or C-32?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the 727's 95,028 kg.
Which is larger, the 727 or C-32?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the 727's 46.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 727 or C-32?
The C-32 is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the 727 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the 727 or C-32?
The 727 entered service first in 1964, 34 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 727 or C-32?
The 727 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,832 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.