B-1B Lancer vs Tu-160 Blackjack
Overview
The B-1B Lancer and the Tu-160 Blackjack are both Bombers, manufactured by Rockwell and Tupolev respectively.
Top speed is 1,448 km/h for the B-1B Lancer vs 2,220 km/h for the Tu-160 Blackjack. The B-1B Lancer has an operational range of 9,400 km vs 12,300 km for the Tu-160 Blackjack. The B-1B Lancer operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 16,000 m for the Tu-160 Blackjack.
The B-1B Lancer has been produced in 104 units vs 37 for the Tu-160 Blackjack. Unit cost is $283M for the B-1B Lancer vs $250M for the Tu-160 Blackjack. The Tu-160 Blackjack first flew 2 years before the B-1B Lancer (1981 vs 1983).
| American strategic bomber, designed during the Cold War, notably deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan for long-range heavy bombing. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Rockwell |
| First flight | 23 March 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 104 units |
| Average unit price | $283 million |
| Wing area | 181.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 41.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 10.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 44.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1448 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 9,400 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 216,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 87,100 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 1,644 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 232.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 55.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 13.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 54.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 12,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 274,877 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 109,769 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,504 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The Tu-160 Blackjack is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the B-1B Lancer's 1,448 km/h, a difference of 772 km/h.
Which has longer range, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The Tu-160 Blackjack has a longer range at 12,300 km compared to the B-1B Lancer's 9,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The B-1B Lancer has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Tu-160 Blackjack's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The Tu-160 Blackjack has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 274,877 kg compared to the B-1B Lancer's 216,400 kg.
Which is larger, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The Tu-160 Blackjack is longer at 54.1 meters compared to the B-1B Lancer's 44.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The B-1B Lancer is more expensive at approximately $283 million per unit compared to the Tu-160 Blackjack at $250 million.
Which entered service first, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The B-1B Lancer entered service first in 1986, 1 years before the Tu-160 Blackjack which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the B-1B Lancer or Tu-160 Blackjack?
The B-1B Lancer has been produced in greater numbers with 104 units compared to 37 units of the Tu-160 Blackjack.