Tu-16 Badger vs Victor

Overview

The Tu-16 Badger and the Victor are both Bombers, manufactured by Tupolev and Handley Page respectively.

Top speed is 1,050 km/h for the Tu-16 Badger vs 1,009 km/h for the Victor. The Tu-16 Badger has an operational range of 7,200 km vs 9,662 km for the Victor. The Victor operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 12,800 m for the Tu-16 Badger.

The Tu-16 Badger has been produced in 1,509 units vs 86 for the Victor.

Soviet jet bomber, known for Cold War operations and extensive use in various international conflicts, including Middle-Eastern wars.
Tupolev Tu-16 Badger Bomber profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Tupolev
First flight 27 April 1952
Year introduced 1954
Number produced 1509 units
Average unit price $6 million
British jet-powered strategic bomber, developed during the Cold War, utilized as a nuclear deterrent and later as an aerial refuelling tanker until the late 20th century.
Handley Page Victor Bomber profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Handley Page
First flight 24 December 1952
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 86 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 165.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 33.0 m â—‰
Height 10.4 m â—‰
Length 34.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1050 km/h â—‰
Operational range 7,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 79,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 37,200 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,763 kgf â—‰
Wing area 223.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 34.0 m â—‰
Height 8.6 m â—‰
Length 35.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1009 km/h â—‰
Operational range 9,662 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 92,986 kg â—‰
Empty weight 40,383 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 12 kN â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Tu-16 Badger is faster with a maximum speed of 1,050 km/h compared to the Victor's 1,009 km/h, a difference of 41 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Victor has a longer range at 9,662 km compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 7,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Victor has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Victor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 92,986 kg compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 79,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Victor is longer at 35.0 meters compared to the Tu-16 Badger's 34.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Tu-16 Badger entered service first in 1954, 4 years before the Victor which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Tu-16 Badger or Victor?
The Tu-16 Badger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,509 units compared to 86 units of the Victor.