An-28 Cash vs Arava
| Soviet light transport aircraft, widely deployed in civil and military roles during the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 1 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 191 units |
| Average unit price | $0.4 million |
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| Wing area | 39.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 355 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,365 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 708 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,056 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 559 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-28 Cash by Oleg V. Belyakov.
Photo of Arava by Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The An-28 Cash is faster with a maximum speed of 355 km/h compared to the Arava's 326 km/h, a difference of 29 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The An-28 Cash has a longer range at 1,365 km compared to the Arava's 1,056 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The Arava has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The Arava has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,711 kg compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The An-28 Cash is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Arava's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The Arava is more expensive at approximately $1.9 million per unit compared to the An-28 Cash at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The Arava entered service first in 1972, 14 years before the An-28 Cash which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-28 Cash or Arava?
The An-28 Cash has been produced in greater numbers with 191 units compared to 103 units of the Arava.