Victor vs Vulcan
Overview
The Victor and the Vulcan are both Bombers, manufactured by Handley Page and Avro respectively.
Top speed is 1,009 km/h for the Victor vs 1,039 km/h for the Vulcan. The Victor has an operational range of 9,662 km vs 4,195 km for the Vulcan. The Victor operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 17,000 m for the Vulcan.
The Victor has been produced in 86 units vs 134 for the Vulcan.
| 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 | -- |
| British jet-powered, tailless, delta-wing strategic bomber, operated from 1956 until 1984, primarily used as a high-altitude nuclear deterrent during the Cold War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Avro |
| First flight | 30 August 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 134 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 330.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 30.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1039 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,195 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 77,111 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 37,908 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 12 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Vulcan is faster with a maximum speed of 1,039 km/h compared to the Victor's 1,009 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Victor has a longer range at 9,662 km compared to the Vulcan's 4,195 km.
Which can fly higher, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Vulcan has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the Victor's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Victor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 92,986 kg compared to the Vulcan's 77,111 kg.
Which is larger, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Victor is longer at 35.0 meters compared to the Vulcan's 29.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Vulcan entered service first in 1956, 2 years before the Victor which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Victor or Vulcan?
The Vulcan has been produced in greater numbers with 134 units compared to 86 units of the Victor.