An-22 Cock vs 208 Caravan

Overview

The An-22 Cock and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Cessna respectively.

The An-22 Cock reaches 740 km/h β€” 2.2x the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h. The An-22 Cock has an operational range of 10,950 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The An-22 Cock operates at altitudes up to 8,000 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 250,000 kg MTOW, the An-22 Cock is 63:1 the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.

The An-22 Cock has been produced in 68 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. The An-22 Cock first flew 17 years before the 208 Caravan (1965 vs 1982).

Soviet strategic cargo aircraft, notably used during rescues, military airlifts, and humanitarian aid in the Cold War era.
Antonov An-22 Cock Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 27 February 1965
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 68 units
Average unit price --
American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s.
Cessna 208 Caravan Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 9 December 1982
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 3000 units
Average unit price $2.1 million
Wing area 345.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 64.4 m β—‰
Height 12.5 m β—‰
Length 57.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 740 km/h β—‰
Operational range 10,950 km β—‰
Service ceiling 8,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 250,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 114,000 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 2,797 kW β—‰
Wing area 26.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 15.9 m β—‰
Height 4.3 m β—‰
Length 12.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 344 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,980 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,600 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,970 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,073 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 505 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 396 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock has a longer range at 10,950 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock has a higher service ceiling at 8,000 meters (26,246 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 250,000 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock is longer at 57.9 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The An-22 Cock entered service first in 1967, 17 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-22 Cock or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 68 units of the An-22 Cock.