An-26 Curl vs CN-235
| Soviet twin-engined transport aircraft, widely utilized in both civilian and military roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 21 May 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1969 |
| Number produced | 1403 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 11 November 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 354 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 75.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 900 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 59.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,355 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The An-26 Curl is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 90 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the An-26 Curl's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the An-26 Curl's 7,500 meters (24,606 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The An-26 Curl has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The An-26 Curl is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the An-26 Curl at $22 million.
Which entered service first, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The An-26 Curl entered service first in 1969, 19 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-26 Curl or CN-235?
The An-26 Curl has been produced in greater numbers with 1,403 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.