An-32 Cline vs C-295 Persuader
The An-32 Cline and the C-295 Persuader are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Airbus respectively. Top speed is 530 km/h for the An-32 Cline vs 576 km/h for the C-295 Persuader. The An-32 Cline has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 5,750 km for the C-295 Persuader. The An-32 Cline operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the C-295 Persuader. The An-32 Cline has been produced in 373 units vs 209 for the C-295 Persuader. Unit cost is $15M for the An-32 Cline vs $78M for the C-295 Persuader. The An-32 Cline first flew 21 years before the C-295 Persuader (1976 vs 1997).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 9 July 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 373 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 28 November 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 209 units |
| Average unit price | $78 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 530 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,864 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 59.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 576 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,750 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,250 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 986 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the An-32 Cline's 530 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the An-32 Cline's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The An-32 Cline has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the C-295 Persuader's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The An-32 Cline has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,500 kg compared to the C-295 Persuader's 23,200 kg.
Which is larger, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The An-32 Cline is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the C-295 Persuader's 24.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The C-295 Persuader is more expensive at approximately $78 million per unit compared to the An-32 Cline at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The An-32 Cline entered service first in 1982, 19 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-32 Cline or C-295 Persuader?
The An-32 Cline has been produced in greater numbers with 373 units compared to 209 units of the C-295 Persuader.