An-178 vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The An-178 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Piper respectively.
The An-178 reaches 990 km/h — 2.4x the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The An-178 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the An-178 is 17:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 51 years before the An-178 (1964 vs 2015).
| Ukrainian transport aircraft, developed in the 21st century, notable for international commercial and military cargo roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 7 May 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $35 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 30.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 32.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 990 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,350 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,751 kgf ◉ |
| 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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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 570 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-178 has a longer range at 3,680 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-178 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-178 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-178 is longer at 32.2 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 56 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.