An-2 Colt vs C-212 Aviocar

The An-2 Colt and the C-212 Aviocar are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and CASA respectively. Top speed is 258 km/h for the An-2 Colt vs 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 835 km for the C-212 Aviocar. The C-212 Aviocar operates at altitudes up to 7,925 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 483 for the C-212 Aviocar. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $7M for the C-212 Aviocar. The An-2 Colt first flew 24 years before the C-212 Aviocar (1947 vs 1971).

Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations.
Antonov An-2 Colt Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 31 August 1947
Year introduced 1947
Number produced 18000 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s.
CASA C-212 Aviocar Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer CASA
First flight 26 March 1971
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 483 units
Average unit price $7 million
Wing area 71.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 18.2 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 12.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 258 km/h â—‰
Operational range 845 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,440 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 750 kW â—‰
Wing area 41.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 20.3 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m â—‰
Length 16.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 835 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,925 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,780 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 112 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The An-2 Colt has a longer range at 845 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 27 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or C-212 Aviocar?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 483 units of the C-212 Aviocar.