An-140 vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The An-140 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Piper respectively.
Top speed is 575 km/h for the An-140 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The An-140 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 7,600 m for the An-140. At 19,150 kg MTOW, the An-140 is 6.5x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
The An-140 has been produced in 33 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 33 years before the An-140 (1964 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 light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 116 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-140 is faster with a maximum speed of 575 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 155 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the An-140's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-140 is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 35 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.