737 vs C-27J Spartan

Overview

The 737 and the C-27J Spartan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Leonardo respectively.

Top speed is 904 km/h for the 737 vs 602 km/h for the C-27J Spartan. The 737 has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 1,759 km for the C-27J Spartan. The 737 operates at altitudes up to 11,278 m compared to 9,144 m for the C-27J Spartan.

The 737 has been produced in 11,535 units vs 117 for the C-27J Spartan. Unit cost is $115M for the 737 vs $31.7M for the C-27J Spartan. The 737 first flew 32 years before the C-27J Spartan (1967 vs 1999).

737

American twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner, popularly deployed for commercial aviation since the late 1960s.
Boeing 737 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 9 April 1967
Year introduced 1968
Number produced 11535 units
Average unit price $115 million
Italian military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, used globally for tactical airlift and specialized missions.
Leonardo C-27J Spartan Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Leonardo
First flight 24 September 1999
Year introduced 2006
Number produced 117 units
Average unit price $31.7 million

737

Wing area 91.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.0 m â—‰
Height 11.0 m â—‰
Length 30.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 904 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,278 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 52,163 kg â—‰
Empty weight 29,071 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,289 kgf â—‰
Wing area 82.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.7 m â—‰
Height 9.6 m â—‰
Length 22.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 602 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,759 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 32,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,729 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the C-27J Spartan's 602 km/h, a difference of 302 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the C-27J Spartan's 1,759 km.
Which can fly higher, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 has a higher service ceiling at 11,278 meters (37,001 ft) compared to the C-27J Spartan's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 52,163 kg compared to the C-27J Spartan's 32,500 kg.
Which is larger, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 is longer at 30.0 meters compared to the C-27J Spartan's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the C-27J Spartan at $32 million.
Which entered service first, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 entered service first in 1968, 38 years before the C-27J Spartan which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 737 or C-27J Spartan?
The 737 has been produced in greater numbers with 11,535 units compared to 117 units of the C-27J Spartan.