A321 vs ERJ 135
The A321 and the ERJ 135 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Embraer respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 828 km/h for the ERJ 135. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 3,240 km for the ERJ 135. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 11,278 m for the ERJ 135. At 78,000 kg MTOW, the A321 is 4.1x the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg. The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 1,231 for the ERJ 135. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $10.5M for the ERJ 135. The A321 first flew 11 years before the ERJ 135 (1987 vs 1998).
| European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 27 February 1987 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2917 units |
| Average unit price | $120 million |
| Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 4 July 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 1231 units |
| Average unit price | $10.5 million |
| Wing area | 122.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 34.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 37.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 871 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 78,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 42,600 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,340 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 828 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,240 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,278 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,538 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the ERJ 135's 828 km/h, a difference of 43 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 has a longer range at 5,930 km compared to the ERJ 135's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the ERJ 135's 11,278 meters (37,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the ERJ 135's 26.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the ERJ 135 at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 3 years before the ERJ 135 which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or ERJ 135?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 1,231 units of the ERJ 135.