Which is bigger 747-8 or A380?

Of course, in terms of sheer size, the A380 is definitely the bigger one and carries more passengers. It is the largest passenger aircraft in service today. But when it comes to overall length, the 747–8 is the longer airplane with a length of 76.3m, compared to the A380's 72.72m.



In the world of aviation giants, the Airbus A380-800 is significantly "bigger" than the Boeing 747-8 when measured by volume and passenger capacity, although the 747-8 holds the title for being longer. The A380 is a full-length double-deck aircraft, providing nearly 40% more floor space than the 747. In a typical three-class configuration, an A380 carries about 525 to 555 passengers, while a 747-8 carries roughly 410 to 467. The A380 also has a much wider wingspan at 79.75 meters (261 ft 8 in) compared to the 747-8's 68.4 meters (224 ft 5 in). However, the Boeing 747-8 is the "length" champion, stretching 76.3 meters (250 ft 2 in), which is about 3.6 meters longer than the A380. For a high-value comparison, the A380 is the undisputed king of passenger "bulk," while the 747-8 remains a highly efficient long-range freighter and a sleeker, longer silhouette in the sky.

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