An-140 vs 208 Caravan
Overview
The An-140 and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Cessna respectively.
Top speed is 575 km/h for the An-140 vs 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan. The An-140 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The An-140 operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 19,150 kg MTOW, the An-140 is 4.8x the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
The An-140 has been produced in 33 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $9M for the An-140 vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan first flew 15 years before the An-140 (1982 vs 1997).
| Ukrainian regional aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, widely utilized for civil and military purposes. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 17 September 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 33 units |
| Average unit price | $9 million |
| American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 9 December 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 3000 units |
| Average unit price | $2.1 million |
| Wing area | 51.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 575 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,700 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,150 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 12,810 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 919 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 344 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,980 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,970 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,073 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 505 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The An-140 is faster with a maximum speed of 575 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 231 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the An-140's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The An-140 is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The An-140 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 18 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.