An-24 Coke vs F406 Caravan II
The An-24 Coke and the F406 Caravan II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Reims-Cessna respectively. Top speed is 485 km/h for the An-24 Coke vs 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II. The An-24 Coke has an operational range of 2,400 km vs 2,135 km for the F406 Caravan II. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 8,400 m for the An-24 Coke. The An-24 Coke has been produced in 1,367 units vs 99 for the F406 Caravan II. Unit cost is $8M for the An-24 Coke vs $3M for the F406 Caravan II. The An-24 Coke first flew 24 years before the F406 Caravan II (1959 vs 1983).
| Soviet regional turboprop, noteworthy for widespread civilian and military usage during the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 20 October 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 1367 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Wing area | 75.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 485 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 13,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,876 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 373 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke is faster with a maximum speed of 485 km/h compared to the F406 Caravan II's 423 km/h, a difference of 62 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the F406 Caravan II's 2,135 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the An-24 Coke's 8,400 meters (27,559 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,246 kg compared to the An-24 Coke's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the F406 Caravan II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke entered service first in 1962, 23 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-24 Coke or F406 Caravan II?
The An-24 Coke has been produced in greater numbers with 1,367 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.