An-72/74 Coaler vs PA-31 Navajo
The An-72/74 Coaler and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Piper respectively. Top speed is 700 km/h for the An-72/74 Coaler vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The An-72/74 Coaler has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The An-72/74 Coaler operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 34,800 kg MTOW, the An-72/74 Coaler is 12:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The An-72/74 Coaler has been produced in 195 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 13 years before the An-72/74 Coaler (1964 vs 1977).
| Ukrainian transport jet, recognized for Cold War era service, notably deployed for freight, troop transport, and Antarctic operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 22 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 195 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 98.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 31.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 28.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 34,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 19,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,385 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,800 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The An-72/74 Coaler is longer at 28.1 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 18 years before the An-72/74 Coaler which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-72/74 Coaler or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.