An-2 Colt vs Kodiak

The An-2 Colt and the Kodiak are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Quest respectively. Top speed is 258 km/h for the An-2 Colt vs 339 km/h for the Kodiak. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 2,096 km for the Kodiak. The Kodiak operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 300 for the Kodiak. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $3M for the Kodiak. The An-2 Colt first flew 57 years before the Kodiak (1947 vs 2004).

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
American utility aircraft, prominently deployed for humanitarian services, regional airlines and luxury private transport, conceived in the late 20th century.
Quest Kodiak Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Quest
First flight 16 October 2004
Year introduced 2008
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $3 million
Wing area 71.5 m²
Wingspan 18.2 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m
Length 12.4 m
Maximum speed 258 km/h â—‰
Operational range 845 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,440 kg
Empty weight 3,300 kg
Total thrust 1 x 750 kW â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 13.7 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 339 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,096 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The Kodiak is faster with a maximum speed of 339 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 81 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has a longer range at 2,096 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The Kodiak 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 Kodiak?
The An-2 Colt has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,440 kg compared to the Kodiak's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The An-2 Colt is longer at 12.4 meters compared to the Kodiak's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The Kodiak is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 61 years before the Kodiak which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or Kodiak?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 300 units of the Kodiak.