An-140 vs DC-3

Overview

The An-140 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Douglas respectively.

Top speed is 575 km/h for the An-140 vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The An-140 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The An-140 operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3.

The An-140 has been produced in 33 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $9M for the An-140 vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 56 years before the An-140 (1941 vs 1997).

Ukrainian regional aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, widely utilized for civil and military purposes.
Antonov An-140 military transport aircraft side 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
American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport.
Douglas DC-3 military transport aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Douglas
First flight 23 December 1941
Year introduced 1936
Number produced 10174 units
Average unit price $80K
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 91.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 29.0 m β—‰
Height 5.6 m β—‰
Length 22.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 413 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,540 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,071 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,154 kg β—‰
Empty weight 6,450 kg β—‰
Total thrust 3 x 292 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-140 or DC-3?
The An-140 is faster with a maximum speed of 575 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 162 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or DC-3?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or DC-3?
The An-140 has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or DC-3?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the An-140's 22.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-140 or DC-3?
The An-140 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 66 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.