B-58 Hustler vs F-117 Nighthawk

Overview

The B-58 Hustler and the F-117 Nighthawk are both Bombers, manufactured by Convair and Lockheed respectively.

The B-58 Hustler reaches 2,123 km/h β€” 2.1x the F-117 Nighthawk's 993 km/h. The B-58 Hustler has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 1,720 km for the F-117 Nighthawk. The F-117 Nighthawk operates at altitudes up to 21,031 m compared to 19,324 m for the B-58 Hustler. At 80,240 kg MTOW, the B-58 Hustler is 3.2x the F-117 Nighthawk's 25,000 kg.

The B-58 Hustler has been produced in 116 units vs 64 for the F-117 Nighthawk. Unit cost is $18M for the B-58 Hustler vs $45M for the F-117 Nighthawk. The B-58 Hustler first flew 25 years before the F-117 Nighthawk (1956 vs 1981).

American supersonic jet bomber, introduced during the Cold War, noted for its service with the Strategic Air Command.
Convair B-58 Hustler Bomber profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Convair
First flight 11 November 1956
Year introduced 1960
Number produced 116 units
Average unit price $18 million
American stealth attack aircraft, prominent in 1980s-2000s, notorious for service in Gulf War and Operation Allied Force.
Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Bomber profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 18 June 1981
Year introduced 1983
Number produced 64 units
Average unit price $45 million
Wing area 143.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 17.3 m β—‰
Height 8.9 m β—‰
Length 29.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2123 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,600 km β—‰
Service ceiling 19,324 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 80,240 kg β—‰
Empty weight 25,200 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 1,100 kgf β—‰
Wing area 73.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.2 m β—‰
Height 3.8 m β—‰
Length 20.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 993 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,720 km β—‰
Service ceiling 21,031 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 25,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 13,380 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,391 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler is faster with a maximum speed of 2,123 km/h compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 993 km/h, a difference of 1,130 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 1,720 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The F-117 Nighthawk has a higher service ceiling at 21,031 meters (68,999 ft) compared to the B-58 Hustler's 19,324 meters (63,398 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 80,240 kg compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 25,000 kg.
Which is larger, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler is longer at 29.5 meters compared to the F-117 Nighthawk's 20.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The F-117 Nighthawk is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the B-58 Hustler at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler entered service first in 1960, 23 years before the F-117 Nighthawk which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-58 Hustler or F-117 Nighthawk?
The B-58 Hustler has been produced in greater numbers with 116 units compared to 64 units of the F-117 Nighthawk.