An-28 Cash vs F406 Caravan II
Overview
The An-28 Cash and the F406 Caravan II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Reims-Cessna respectively.
Top speed is 355 km/h for the An-28 Cash vs 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II. The An-28 Cash has an operational range of 1,365 km vs 2,135 km for the F406 Caravan II. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 6,000 m for the An-28 Cash.
The An-28 Cash has been produced in 191 units vs 99 for the F406 Caravan II. Unit cost is $0.39M for the An-28 Cash vs $3M for the F406 Caravan II. The An-28 Cash first flew 14 years before the F406 Caravan II (1969 vs 1983).
| Soviet light transport aircraft, widely deployed in civil and military roles during the Cold War era. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 1 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 191 units |
| Average unit price | $390K |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
|
|
| 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 | 39.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 355 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,365 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,900 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 354 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 187 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is faster with a maximum speed of 423 km/h compared to the An-28 Cash's 355 km/h, a difference of 68 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the An-28 Cash's 1,365 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The An-28 Cash has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,100 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The An-28 Cash is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the An-28 Cash at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II entered service first in 1985, 1 years before the An-28 Cash which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-28 Cash or F406 Caravan II?
The An-28 Cash has been produced in greater numbers with 191 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.