An-28 Cash vs DHC-7 Dash 7
| 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 |
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 835 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-28 Cash by Oleg V. Belyakov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is faster with a maximum speed of 451 km/h compared to the An-28 Cash's 355 km/h, a difference of 96 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The An-28 Cash has a longer range at 1,365 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher service ceiling at 6,401 meters (21,000 ft) compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,958 kg compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the An-28 Cash's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the An-28 Cash at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 entered service first in 1978, 8 years before the An-28 Cash which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-28 Cash or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The An-28 Cash has been produced in greater numbers with 191 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.