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 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
American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport.
Douglas DC-3 Transport 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.