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. | |
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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. | |
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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—‰ |