Tu-154 Careless vs Tu-214 Mogul
| 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 |
| Russian regional jet, operated mostly by domestic airlines, with notable use in special purpose and government roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 2 January 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 89 units |
| Average unit price | $65 million |
| Maximum speed | 900 km/h |
| Operational range | 6,600 km |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,500 kgf â—‰ |
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| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Tu-154 Careless by Konstantin von Wedelstaedt.
Photo of Tu-214 Mogul by Dmitry Zherdin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-154 Careless is faster with a maximum speed of 900 km/h compared to the Tu-214 Mogul's 0 km/h, a difference of 900 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-154 Careless has a longer range at 6,600 km compared to the Tu-214 Mogul's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-154 Careless has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the Tu-214 Mogul's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is more expensive, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-214 Mogul is more expensive at approximately $65 million per unit compared to the Tu-154 Careless at $45 million.
Which entered service first, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-154 Careless entered service first in 1972, 24 years before the Tu-214 Mogul which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Tu-154 Careless or Tu-214 Mogul?
The Tu-154 Careless has been produced in greater numbers with 1,026 units compared to 89 units of the Tu-214 Mogul.