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Douglas DC-8 vs McDonnell Douglas 9

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecDouglas DC-8McDonnell Douglas 9
ICAO typeDC87DC93
MTOW161,030 kg54,800 kg
Range7,380 nm1,790 nm
Cruise speed433 kt478 kt
Service ceiling41,000 ft37,000 ft
Max seats200139
Length57 m41 m
Wingspan45 m28 m
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How does the Douglas DC-8 compare to the McDonnell Douglas 9 in range?

The Douglas DC-8 has a range of 7,380 nm; the McDonnell Douglas 9 has a range of 1,790 nm.

How does the Douglas DC-8 compare to the McDonnell Douglas 9 in cruise speed?

The Douglas DC-8 cruises at 433 kt; the McDonnell Douglas 9 cruises at 478 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Douglas DC-8 and the McDonnell Douglas 9?

The Douglas DC-8 has a maximum take-off weight of 161,030 kg, compared with 54,800 kg for the McDonnell Douglas 9.

How many seats do the Douglas DC-8 and McDonnell Douglas 9 have?

The Douglas DC-8 seats up to 200; the McDonnell Douglas 9 seats up to 139.

What ICAO type codes do the Douglas DC-8 and McDonnell Douglas 9 use?

The Douglas DC-8 is ICAO type DC87; the McDonnell Douglas 9 is ICAO type DC93.