B-21 Raider vs B-52 Stratofortress

American stealth bomber, developed in the 21st century, renowned for advanced technologies and potential for pivotal strategic deployments.
Picture of B-21 Raider
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight 10 November 2023
Year introduced 2027
Number produced 3 units
Average unit price $0.7 million
American strategic bomber, significant for Cold War role, actively used in conflict zones from Vietnam to the Gulf War.
Picture of B-52 Stratofortress
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Bombers
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 15 April 1952
Year introduced 1955
Number produced 744 units
Average unit price $70 million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 40.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 16.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 980 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 81,647 kg â—‰
Empty weight 31,751 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 12,240 kgf â—‰
Wing area 370.0 m²
Wingspan 56.4 m â—‰
Height 12.4 m
Length 48.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1000 km/h â—‰
Operational range 13,900 km
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 220,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 83,250 kg â—‰
Total thrust 8 x 7,747 kgf â—‰
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