An-28 Cash vs DC-3

The An-28 Cash and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Douglas respectively. Top speed is 355 km/h for the An-28 Cash vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The An-28 Cash has an operational range of 1,365 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The DC-3 operates at altitudes up to 7,071 m compared to 6,000 m for the An-28 Cash. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 2.2x the An-28 Cash's 6,100 kg. The An-28 Cash has been produced in 191 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $0.39M for the An-28 Cash vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 28 years before the An-28 Cash (1941 vs 1969).

Soviet light transport aircraft, widely deployed in civil and military roles during the Cold War era.
Antonov An-28 Cash Transport profile drawing
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
American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport.
Douglas DC-3 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Douglas
First flight 23 December 1941
Year introduced 1936
Number produced 10174 units
Average unit price $0.1 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—‰
Wing area 91.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 5.6 m â—‰
Length 22.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 413 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,540 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,071 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,154 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,450 kg â—‰
Total thrust 3 x 875 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 is faster with a maximum speed of 413 km/h compared to the An-28 Cash's 355 km/h, a difference of 58 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the An-28 Cash's 1,365 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher service ceiling at 7,071 meters (23,198 ft) compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the An-28 Cash's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The An-28 Cash is more expensive at approximately $0.4 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 50 years before the An-28 Cash which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-28 Cash or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 191 units of the An-28 Cash.