An-2 Colt vs CL-600 Challenger

Overview

The An-2 Colt and the CL-600 Challenger are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Bombardier respectively.

The CL-600 Challenger reaches 882 km/h — 3.4x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 7,400 km for the CL-600 Challenger. The CL-600 Challenger operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 19,550 kg MTOW, the CL-600 Challenger is 3.6x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.

The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 1,066 for the CL-600 Challenger. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $14M for the CL-600 Challenger. The An-2 Colt first flew 31 years before the CL-600 Challenger (1947 vs 1978).

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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CL-600 Challenger

Canadian business jet, introduced in the 1980s, extensively deployed for VIP and corporate travel worldwide.
Bombardier CL-600 Challenger Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 8 November 1978
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 1066 units
Average unit price $14 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—‰

CL-600 Challenger

Wing area 48.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.6 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m â—‰
Length 20.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 882 km/h â—‰
Operational range 7,400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,550 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,292 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,073 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 624 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,550 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger is longer at 20.9 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger is more expensive at approximately $14 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 33 years before the CL-600 Challenger which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or CL-600 Challenger?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 1,066 units of the CL-600 Challenger.

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