C-32 vs VC-25 "Air Force One"

Overview

The C-32 and the VC-25 "Air Force One" are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 853 km/h for the C-32 vs 1,014 km/h for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The C-32 has an operational range of 10,200 km vs 12,600 km for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The VC-25 "Air Force One" operates at altitudes up to 13,746 m compared to 12,802 m for the C-32. At 377,842 kg MTOW, the VC-25 "Air Force One" is 3.3x the C-32's 115,666 kg.

The C-32 has been produced in 6 units vs 2 for the VC-25 "Air Force One". Unit cost is $90M for the C-32 vs $325M for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The VC-25 "Air Force One" first flew 9 years before the C-32 (1989 vs 1998).

C-32

American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
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
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VC-25 "Air Force One"

American presidential transport aircraft, deployed since the mid-1980s, known for brass-bound luxury and sophisticated communications.
Boeing VC-25 "Air Force One" Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 September 1989
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $325 million
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C-32

Wing area 181.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 38.0 m ◉
Height 11.0 m ◉
Length 47.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 853 km/h ◉
Operational range 10,200 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,802 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg ◉
Empty weight 58,900 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf ◉

VC-25 "Air Force One"

Wing area 511.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 59.6 m ◉
Height 19.3 m ◉
Length 70.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 1014 km/h ◉
Operational range 12,600 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,746 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 377,842 kg ◉
Empty weight 173,726 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 6,430 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is faster with a maximum speed of 1,014 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 161 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a longer range at 12,600 km compared to the C-32's 10,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher service ceiling at 13,746 meters (45,098 ft) compared to the C-32's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 377,842 kg compared to the C-32's 115,666 kg.
Which is larger, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is longer at 70.6 meters compared to the C-32's 47.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is more expensive at approximately $325 million per unit compared to the C-32 at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" entered service first in 1990, 8 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The C-32 has been produced in greater numbers with 6 units compared to 2 units of the VC-25 "Air Force One".

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