An-148 vs CN-235

Ukrainian regional jet, operational from 2004, notably adopted by Rossiya Airlines for multiple international and domestic routes.
Picture of An-148
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 17 December 2004
Year introduced 2009
Number produced 47 units
Average unit price $25 million
Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century.
Picture of CN-235
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer CASA
First flight 11 November 1983
Year introduced 1988
Number produced 354 units
Average unit price $25 million
Wing area 87.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.9 m â—‰
Height 8.6 m â—‰
Length 34.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 43,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 6,830 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Antonov An-148
Wing area 59.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 25.8 m â—‰
Height 8.2 m â—‰
Length 21.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 450 km/h
Operational range 4,355 km
Service ceiling 9,144 m
Max. takeoff weight 16,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,800 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of CASA CN-235

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of An-148 by Aleksandr Markin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the An-148's 0 km/h, a difference of 450 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the An-148's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the An-148's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-148 or CN-235?
The An-148 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 43,700 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-148 or CN-235?
The An-148 is longer at 34.4 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the An-148 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 entered service first in 1988, 21 years before the An-148 which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-148 or CN-235?
The CN-235 has been produced in greater numbers with 354 units compared to 47 units of the An-148.