An-2 Colt vs PC-6 Porter
| Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations. | |
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| 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 |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-2 Colt by Artem Katranzhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt is faster with a maximum speed of 258 km/h compared to the PC-6 Porter's 244 km/h, a difference of 14 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt has a longer range at 845 km compared to the PC-6 Porter's 730 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,440 kg compared to the PC-6 Porter's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt is longer at 12.4 meters compared to the PC-6 Porter's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt is more expensive at approximately $0.1 million per unit compared to the PC-6 Porter at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 13 years before the PC-6 Porter which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or PC-6 Porter?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 604 units of the PC-6 Porter.