727 vs Tu-154 Careless
| American commercial jet trijet, renowned for its use in the later half of the 20th century, heavily deployed in global airlines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 9 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 1832 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| Soviet trijet airliner, prominent during the Cold War era, extensively deployed in civilian and military operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 4 October 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 1026 units |
| Average unit price | $45 million |
| Wing area | 157.9 m² |
| Wingspan | 33.0 m |
| Height | 10.0 m |
| Length | 46.7 m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 95,028 kg |
| Empty weight | 45,359 kg |
| Total thrust | 3 x 6,577 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 900 km/h |
| Operational range | 6,600 km |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,500 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Tu-154 Careless by Konstantin von Wedelstaedt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The Tu-154 Careless is faster with a maximum speed of 900 km/h compared to the 727's 0 km/h, a difference of 900 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The Tu-154 Careless has a longer range at 6,600 km compared to the 727's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The Tu-154 Careless has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the 727's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The 727 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 95,028 kg compared to the Tu-154 Careless's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The 727 is longer at 46.7 meters compared to the Tu-154 Careless's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The Tu-154 Careless is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the 727 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The 727 entered service first in 1964, 8 years before the Tu-154 Careless which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 727 or Tu-154 Careless?
The 727 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,832 units compared to 1,026 units of the Tu-154 Careless.