An-30 Clank vs CN-235
| Soviet photo-mapping aircraft, operational in Cold War-era, widely utilised for aerial cartography and surveillance roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 27 August 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 123 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 11 November 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 354 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 75.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,590 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,074 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 59.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,355 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The An-30 Clank is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 90 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the An-30 Clank's 2,630 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the An-30 Clank's 8,300 meters (27,230 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The An-30 Clank has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,000 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The An-30 Clank is longer at 24.3 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the An-30 Clank at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The An-30 Clank entered service first in 1968, 20 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-30 Clank or CN-235?
The CN-235 has been produced in greater numbers with 354 units compared to 123 units of the An-30 Clank.