What is the difference between airport extreme generations?

I have the opporunity to purchase a mc340lla (Airport Extreme) and I'm unable to find it on this Apple site. Can anyone help?

It's a 4th Generation model that was originally introduced in Oct 2009 and discontinued in June 2011.
The current 5th Generation model uses new chipsets for the wireless radios and improved, additional antennas for better range.
Whether or not most folks would notice a real difference in day to day use between Gen 4 and Gen 5 is open to question.
If you can pick up the MC340 for $80-90 or less, it might be worth a look.
But, you can get this same model as a refurbished unit...that will look brand new.....from Apple for $129 with a new warranty.
And, if you want the current Generation 5 model, you can pick that up for $149.

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