M-4 Bison vs Valiant
Overview
The M-4 Bison and the Valiant are both Bombers, manufactured by Myasichtchev and Vickers respectively.
Top speed is 947 km/h for the M-4 Bison vs 912 km/h for the Valiant. The M-4 Bison has an operational range of 5,600 km vs 7,200 km for the Valiant. The Valiant operates at altitudes up to 16,000 m compared to 11,000 m for the M-4 Bison . At 181,500 kg MTOW, the M-4 Bison is 2.9x the Valiant's 63,503 kg.
The M-4 Bison has been produced in 123 units vs 108 for the Valiant. The Valiant first flew 2 years before the M-4 Bison (1951 vs 1953).
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Myasichtchev |
| First flight | 20 January 1953 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 123 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Vickers |
| First flight | 18 May 1951 |
| Year introduced | 1955 |
| Number produced | 108 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 326.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 947 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 181,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 79,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,381 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 219.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 34.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 33.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 912 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 63,503 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 34,419 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 11 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The M-4 Bison is faster with a maximum speed of 947 km/h compared to the Valiant's 912 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The Valiant has a longer range at 7,200 km compared to the M-4 Bison 's 5,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The Valiant has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the M-4 Bison 's 11,000 meters (36,089 ft).
Which is heavier, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The M-4 Bison has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 181,500 kg compared to the Valiant's 63,503 kg.
Which is larger, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The M-4 Bison is longer at 47.2 meters compared to the Valiant's 33.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The M-4 Bison entered service first in 1953, 2 years before the Valiant which entered service in 1955.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M-4 Bison or Valiant?
The M-4 Bison has been produced in greater numbers with 123 units compared to 108 units of the Valiant.