C-17 Globemaster III vs C-32
The C-17 Globemaster III and the C-32 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Boeing respectively. Top speed is 930 km/h for the C-17 Globemaster III vs 853 km/h for the C-32. The C-17 Globemaster III has an operational range of 4,480 km vs 10,200 km for the C-32. The C-17 Globemaster III operates at altitudes up to 13,715 m compared to 12,802 m for the C-32. At 259,460 kg MTOW, the C-17 Globemaster III is 2.2x the C-32's 115,666 kg. The C-17 Globemaster III has been produced in 279 units vs 6 for the C-32. Unit cost is $340M for the C-17 Globemaster III vs $90M for the C-32. The C-17 Globemaster III first flew 7 years before the C-32 (1991 vs 1998).
| American military transport aircraft, extensively deployed in global conflict zones since the 1990s for strategic airlift missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 15 September 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Number produced | 279 units |
| Average unit price | $340 million |
| American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 |
| Wing area | 353.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 51.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 53.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 930 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,715 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 259,460 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 122,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,727 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 181.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 853 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 115,666 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 58,900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,458 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III is faster with a maximum speed of 930 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 77 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the C-17 Globemaster III's 4,480 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III has a higher service ceiling at 13,715 meters (44,996 ft) compared to the C-32's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 259,460 kg compared to the C-32's 115,666 kg.
Which is larger, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III is longer at 53.0 meters compared to the C-32's 47.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III is more expensive at approximately $340 million per unit compared to the C-32 at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III entered service first in 1993, 5 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-17 Globemaster III or C-32?
The C-17 Globemaster III has been produced in greater numbers with 279 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.