KC-135 Stratotanker vs SH-5
The KC-135 Stratotanker and the SH-5 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Harbin respectively. Top speed is 933 km/h for the KC-135 Stratotanker vs 556 km/h for the SH-5. The KC-135 Stratotanker has an operational range of 2,400 km vs 4,756 km for the SH-5. The KC-135 Stratotanker operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 10,250 m for the SH-5. At 146,283 kg MTOW, the KC-135 Stratotanker is 3.3x the SH-5's 45,000 kg. The KC-135 Stratotanker has been produced in 803 units vs 7 for the SH-5. The KC-135 Stratotanker first flew 20 years before the SH-5 (1956 vs 1976).
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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 |
| Chinese amphibious aircraft, notable for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare, used primarily in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 3 April 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 7 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 | 144.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 36.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 38.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,756 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,250 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 26,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 587 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is faster with a maximum speed of 933 km/h compared to the SH-5's 556 km/h, a difference of 377 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The SH-5 has a longer range at 4,756 km compared to the KC-135 Stratotanker's 2,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the SH-5's 10,250 meters (33,628 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 146,283 kg compared to the SH-5's 45,000 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker is longer at 41.5 meters compared to the SH-5's 38.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker entered service first in 1957, 29 years before the SH-5 which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-135 Stratotanker or SH-5?
The KC-135 Stratotanker has been produced in greater numbers with 803 units compared to 7 units of the SH-5.