737 vs Metroliner
The 737 and the Metroliner are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Fairchild Swearingen respectively. Top speed is 904 km/h for the 737 vs 533 km/h for the Metroliner. The 737 has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 1,100 km for the Metroliner. The 737 operates at altitudes up to 11,278 m compared to 9,449 m for the Metroliner. At 52,163 kg MTOW, the 737 is 8.2x the Metroliner's 6,350 kg. The 737 has been produced in 11,535 units vs 600 for the Metroliner. The 737 first flew 2 years before the Metroliner (1967 vs 1969).
| 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-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,289 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 522 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the Metroliner's 533 km/h, a difference of 371 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the Metroliner's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 has a higher service ceiling at 11,278 meters (37,001 ft) compared to the Metroliner's 9,449 meters (31,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 52,163 kg compared to the Metroliner's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 is longer at 30.0 meters compared to the Metroliner's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 entered service first in 1968, 4 years before the Metroliner which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 737 or Metroliner?
The 737 has been produced in greater numbers with 11,535 units compared to 600 units of the Metroliner.