An-28 Cash vs M28 Skytruck

Overview

The An-28 Cash and the M28 Skytruck are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and PZL Mielec respectively.

Top speed is 355 km/h for the An-28 Cash vs 355 km/h for the M28 Skytruck. The An-28 Cash has an operational range of 1,365 km vs 1,592 km for the M28 Skytruck. The M28 Skytruck operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 6,000 m for the An-28 Cash.

The An-28 Cash has been produced in 191 units vs 176 for the M28 Skytruck. The An-28 Cash first flew 24 years before the M28 Skytruck (1969 vs 1993).

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 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 1 September 1969
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 191 units
Average unit price $390K
Polish light utility STOL aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, utilized for transport, maritime reconnaissance, and special operations in both military and civilian roles.
PZL Mielec M28 Skytruck Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Poland
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer PZL Mielec
First flight 24 July 1993
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 176 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 39.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 22.0 m β—‰
Height 4.6 m β—‰
Length 13.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 355 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,365 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,900 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 354 kW β—‰
Wing area 39.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 22.1 m β—‰
Height 4.9 m β—‰
Length 13.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 355 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,592 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,354 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 410 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The M28 Skytruck is faster with a maximum speed of 355 km/h compared to the An-28 Cash's 355 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The M28 Skytruck has a longer range at 1,592 km compared to the An-28 Cash's 1,365 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The M28 Skytruck 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 M28 Skytruck?
The M28 Skytruck has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,500 kg compared to the An-28 Cash's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The M28 Skytruck is longer at 13.1 meters compared to the An-28 Cash's 13.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The An-28 Cash entered service first in 1986, 10 years before the M28 Skytruck which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-28 Cash or M28 Skytruck?
The An-28 Cash has been produced in greater numbers with 191 units compared to 176 units of the M28 Skytruck.