An-2 Colt vs EMB 120 Brasilia

Overview

The An-2 Colt and the EMB 120 Brasilia are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Embraer respectively.

The EMB 120 Brasilia reaches 608 km/h — 2.4x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 1,750 km for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The EMB 120 Brasilia operates at altitudes up to 9,083 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the EMB 120 Brasilia is 2.1x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.

The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 357 for the EMB 120 Brasilia. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $5M for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The An-2 Colt first flew 32 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia (1947 vs 1979).

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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EMB 120 Brasilia

Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments.
Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇧🇷 Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 27 July 1979
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 357 units
Average unit price $5 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—‰

EMB 120 Brasilia

Wing area 39.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.8 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 20.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 608 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,083 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,070 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 350 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a longer range at 1,750 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher service ceiling at 9,083 meters (29,799 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 38 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 357 units of the EMB 120 Brasilia.

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