737 vs E-7 Wedgetail
Overview
The 737 is a Military Transport Aircraft built by Boeing, while the E-7 Wedgetail is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Boeing.
Top speed is 904 km/h for the 737 vs 853 km/h for the E-7 Wedgetail. The 737 has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 6,500 km for the E-7 Wedgetail. The E-7 Wedgetail operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 11,278 m for the 737.
The 737 has been produced in 11,535 units vs 15 for the E-7 Wedgetail. Unit cost is $115M for the 737 vs $400M for the E-7 Wedgetail. The 737 first flew 37 years before the E-7 Wedgetail (1967 vs 2004).
| American twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner, popularly deployed for commercial aviation since the late 1960s. | |
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| 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 |
| American twin-engine airborne early warning and control aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, deployed for tactical battle management and surveillance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 January 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number produced | 15 units |
| Average unit price | $400 million |
| Wing area | 91.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 30.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 904 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,278 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 52,163 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 29,071 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,289 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 91.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 35.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 12.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 33.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 853 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 6,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 77,600 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 46,606 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 61 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The 737 is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the E-7 Wedgetail's 853 km/h, a difference of 51 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the 737's 4,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the 737's 11,278 meters (37,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 77,600 kg compared to the 737's 52,163 kg.
Which is larger, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail is longer at 33.6 meters compared to the 737's 30.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The E-7 Wedgetail is more expensive at approximately $400 million per unit compared to the 737 at $115 million.
Which entered service first, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The 737 entered service first in 1968, 42 years before the E-7 Wedgetail which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 737 or E-7 Wedgetail?
The 737 has been produced in greater numbers with 11,535 units compared to 15 units of the E-7 Wedgetail.