An-140 vs An-2 Colt

Overview

The An-140 and the An-2 Colt are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Antonov respectively.

The An-140 reaches 575 km/h β€” 2.2x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-140 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 845 km for the An-2 Colt. The An-140 operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 19,150 kg MTOW, the An-140 is 3.5x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.

The An-140 has been produced in 33 units vs 18,000 for the An-2 Colt. Unit cost is $9M for the An-140 vs $0.1M for the An-2 Colt. The An-2 Colt first flew 50 years before the An-140 (1947 vs 1997).

Ukrainian regional aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, widely utilized for civil and military purposes.
Antonov An-140 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 17 September 1997
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 33 units
Average unit price $9 million
Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations.
Antonov An-2 Colt Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 31 August 1947
Year introduced 1947
Number produced 18000 units
Average unit price $100K
Wing area 51.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 24.5 m β—‰
Height 8.2 m β—‰
Length 22.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 575 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,700 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,600 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,150 kg β—‰
Empty weight 12,810 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 919 kW β—‰
Wing area 71.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 18.2 m β—‰
Height 4.1 m β—‰
Length 12.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 258 km/h β—‰
Operational range 845 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,440 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,300 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 750 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 is faster with a maximum speed of 575 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 317 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-140 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 55 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or An-2 Colt?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.