KC-10 Extender vs PA-34 Seneca
Overview
The KC-10 Extender and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Piper respectively.
The KC-10 Extender reaches 866 km/h — 2.3x the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h. The KC-10 Extender has an operational range of 7,100 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The KC-10 Extender operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 267,619 kg MTOW, the KC-10 Extender is 124:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
The KC-10 Extender has been produced in 60 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 13 years before the KC-10 Extender (1967 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 twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 25 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 5037 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 | 19.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 378 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,611 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,155 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,457 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 82 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The KC-10 Extender is faster with a maximum speed of 866 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 488 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The KC-10 Extender has a longer range at 7,100 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The KC-10 Extender has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The KC-10 Extender has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 267,619 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The KC-10 Extender is longer at 55.4 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 10 years before the KC-10 Extender which entered service in 1981.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-10 Extender or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 60 units of the KC-10 Extender.