KC-135 Stratotanker vs 340 AEW&C
The KC-135 Stratotanker and the 340 AEW&C are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Saab respectively. Top speed is 933 km/h for the KC-135 Stratotanker vs 522 km/h for the 340 AEW&C. The KC-135 Stratotanker has an operational range of 2,400 km vs 1,300 km for the 340 AEW&C. The KC-135 Stratotanker operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 7,620 m for the 340 AEW&C. At 146,283 kg MTOW, the KC-135 Stratotanker is 11:1 the 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg. The KC-135 Stratotanker has been produced in 803 units vs 12 for the 340 AEW&C. The KC-135 Stratotanker first flew 38 years before the 340 AEW&C (1956 vs 1994).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 42.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 522 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,155 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 695 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is faster with a maximum speed of 933 km/h compared to the 340 AEW&C's 522 km/h, a difference of 411 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the 340 AEW&C's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the 340 AEW&C's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 146,283 kg compared to the 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is longer at 41.5 meters compared to the 340 AEW&C's 20.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker entered service first in 1957, 40 years before the 340 AEW&C which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-135 Stratotanker or 340 AEW&C?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has been produced in greater numbers with 803 units compared to 12 units of the 340 AEW&C.