An-140 vs EMB 120 Brasilia

Overview

The An-140 and the EMB 120 Brasilia are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Embraer respectively.

Top speed is 575 km/h for the An-140 vs 608 km/h for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The An-140 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 1,750 km for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The EMB 120 Brasilia operates at altitudes up to 9,083 m compared to 7,600 m for the An-140.

The An-140 has been produced in 33 units vs 357 for the EMB 120 Brasilia. Unit cost is $9M for the An-140 vs $5M for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The EMB 120 Brasilia first flew 18 years before the An-140 (1979 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
Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments.
Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 27 July 1979
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 357 units
Average unit price $5 million
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 39.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 19.8 m β—‰
Height 6.4 m β—‰
Length 20.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 608 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,750 km β—‰
Service ceiling 9,083 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,070 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the An-140's 575 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 1,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher service ceiling at 9,083 meters (29,799 ft) compared to the An-140's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 20.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia entered service first in 1985, 17 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in greater numbers with 357 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.