Valiant vs Victor
Overview
The Valiant and the Victor are both Bombers, manufactured by Vickers and Handley Page respectively.
Top speed is 912 km/h for the Valiant vs 1,009 km/h for the Victor. The Valiant 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 16,000 m for the Valiant.
The Valiant has been produced in 108 units vs 86 for the Victor. The Valiant first flew 1 years before the Victor (1951 vs 1952).
| British high-altitude jet bomber, designed to carry nuclear weapons and operated during the 1950s and 1960s as part of the strategic deterrent force. | |
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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 | -- |
| 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. | |
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| 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 | 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—‰ |
| 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 Valiant or Victor?
The Victor is faster with a maximum speed of 1,009 km/h compared to the Valiant's 912 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Valiant or Victor?
The Victor has a longer range at 9,662 km compared to the Valiant's 7,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Valiant or Victor?
The Victor has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the Valiant's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the Valiant or Victor?
The Victor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 92,986 kg compared to the Valiant's 63,503 kg.
Which is larger, the Valiant or Victor?
The Victor is longer at 35.0 meters compared to the Valiant's 33.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Valiant or Victor?
The Valiant entered service first in 1955, 3 years before the Victor which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Valiant or Victor?
The Valiant has been produced in greater numbers with 108 units compared to 86 units of the Victor.