KC-10 Extender vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The KC-10 Extender and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Piper respectively.
The KC-10 Extender reaches 866 km/h — 2.1x the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h. The KC-10 Extender has an operational range of 7,100 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The KC-10 Extender operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 267,619 kg MTOW, the KC-10 Extender is 91:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
The KC-10 Extender has been produced in 60 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 16 years before the KC-10 Extender (1964 vs 1980).
| American tanker and cargo aircraft, developed from the DC-10 airliner in the late 20th century, operated by the United States Air Force and the Royal Netherlands Air Force for aerial refueling and transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 1 July 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $96 million |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 367.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 17.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 55.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 866 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 267,619 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 109,328 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 78 kN ◉ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 116 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The KC-10 Extender is faster with a maximum speed of 866 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 446 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The KC-10 Extender has a longer range at 7,100 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The KC-10 Extender has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The KC-10 Extender has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 267,619 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The KC-10 Extender is longer at 55.4 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 14 years before the KC-10 Extender which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-10 Extender or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 60 units of the KC-10 Extender.