Buccaneer vs SO 4050 Vautour
The Buccaneer and the SO 4050 Vautour are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley and Sud Aviation respectively. Top speed is 1,040 km/h for the Buccaneer vs 1,106 km/h for the SO 4050 Vautour. The Buccaneer has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 1,200 km for the SO 4050 Vautour. The SO 4050 Vautour operates at altitudes up to 15,200 m compared to 12,200 m for the Buccaneer. The Buccaneer has been produced in 211 units vs 149 for the SO 4050 Vautour. Unit cost is $2.5M for the Buccaneer vs $2M for the SO 4050 Vautour. The SO 4050 Vautour first flew 6 years before the Buccaneer (1952 vs 1958).
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley |
| First flight | 30 April 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 211 units |
| Average unit price | $2.5 million |
| French jet-powered multirole aircraft, developed in the 1950s, utilized in combat operations during the Six-Day War by Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sud Aviation |
| First flight | 16 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 149 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 47.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1040 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,035 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1106 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,700 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour is faster with a maximum speed of 1,106 km/h compared to the Buccaneer's 1,040 km/h, a difference of 66 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The Buccaneer has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour has a higher service ceiling at 15,200 meters (49,868 ft) compared to the Buccaneer's 12,200 meters (40,026 ft).
Which is heavier, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The Buccaneer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 21,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The Buccaneer is longer at 19.3 meters compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The Buccaneer is more expensive at approximately $2.5 million per unit compared to the SO 4050 Vautour at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour entered service first in 1956, 6 years before the Buccaneer which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Buccaneer or SO 4050 Vautour?
The Buccaneer has been produced in greater numbers with 211 units compared to 149 units of the SO 4050 Vautour.