Hawker 800 vs KC-135 Stratotanker
The Hawker 800 and the KC-135 Stratotanker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Hawker Beechcraft and Boeing respectively. Top speed is 830 km/h for the Hawker 800 vs 933 km/h for the KC-135 Stratotanker. The Hawker 800 has an operational range of 5,232 km vs 2,400 km for the KC-135 Stratotanker. The KC-135 Stratotanker operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,497 m for the Hawker 800. At 146,283 kg MTOW, the KC-135 Stratotanker is 12:1 the Hawker 800's 12,701 kg. The Hawker 800 has been produced in 650 units vs 803 for the KC-135 Stratotanker. Unit cost is $13.78M for the Hawker 800 vs $39M for the KC-135 Stratotanker. The KC-135 Stratotanker first flew 27 years before the Hawker 800 (1956 vs 1983).
| British mid-size twinjet corporate aircraft, known for its international charters and private operations since the mid-1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hawker Beechcraft |
| First flight | 26 June 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 650 units |
| Average unit price | $13.8 million |
| American refueling aircraft, deployed during Cold War, Desert Storm and ongoing operations worldwide for mid-air refueling missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 31 August 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 803 units |
| Average unit price | $39 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 830 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,232 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,108 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,057 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 226.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 41.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 933 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 146,283 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 44,663 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,453 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is faster with a maximum speed of 933 km/h compared to the Hawker 800's 830 km/h, a difference of 103 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The Hawker 800 has a longer range at 5,232 km compared to the KC-135 Stratotanker's 2,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Hawker 800's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 146,283 kg compared to the Hawker 800's 12,701 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is longer at 41.5 meters compared to the Hawker 800's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is more expensive at approximately $39 million per unit compared to the Hawker 800 at $14 million.
Which entered service first, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker entered service first in 1957, 26 years before the Hawker 800 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawker 800 or KC-135 Stratotanker?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has been produced in greater numbers with 803 units compared to 650 units of the Hawker 800.