An-2 Colt vs C-295 Persuader

Overview

The An-2 Colt and the C-295 Persuader are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Airbus respectively.

The C-295 Persuader reaches 576 km/h — 2.2x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 5,750 km for the C-295 Persuader. The C-295 Persuader operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 23,200 kg MTOW, the C-295 Persuader is 4.3x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.

The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 209 for the C-295 Persuader. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $78M for the C-295 Persuader. The An-2 Colt first flew 50 years before the C-295 Persuader (1947 vs 1997).

An-2 Colt

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 $100K
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C-295 Persuader

Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
Airbus C-295 Persuader Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 28 November 1997
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 209 units
Average unit price $78 million
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An-2 Colt

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—‰

C-295 Persuader

Wing area 59.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 25.8 m â—‰
Height 8.6 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 576 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,250 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 986 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 318 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,200 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader is more expensive at approximately $78 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 54 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or C-295 Persuader?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 209 units of the C-295 Persuader.

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