An-22 Cock vs PA-31 Navajo

The An-22 Cock and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Piper respectively. Top speed is 740 km/h for the An-22 Cock vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The An-22 Cock has an operational range of 10,950 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 8,000 m for the An-22 Cock. At 250,000 kg MTOW, the An-22 Cock is 85:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The An-22 Cock has been produced in 68 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 1 years before the An-22 Cock (1964 vs 1965).

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 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 27 February 1965
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 68 units
Average unit price $-- million
American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century.
Piper PA-31 Navajo Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 30 September 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 3942 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area 345.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 64.4 m â—‰
Height 12.5 m â—‰
Length 57.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 740 km/h â—‰
Operational range 10,950 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 250,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 114,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 11,186 kW â—‰
Wing area 21.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.4 m â—‰
Height 4.0 m â—‰
Length 9.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 420 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,875 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,016 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,948 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,783 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 231 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-22 Cock is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 320 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-22 Cock has a longer range at 10,950 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the An-22 Cock's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-22 Cock has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 250,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-22 Cock is longer at 57.9 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 0 years before the An-22 Cock which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-22 Cock or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 68 units of the An-22 Cock.