Arava vs BN-2B Defender
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| British light-utility aircraft, notably deployed for surveillance, logistical operations, and transport duties in various global regions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Britten-Norman |
| First flight | 12 June 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 1280 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,056 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 559 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 31.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 264 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,995 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,825 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Arava by Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The Arava is faster with a maximum speed of 326 km/h compared to the BN-2B Defender's 264 km/h, a difference of 62 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The BN-2B Defender has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the Arava's 1,056 km.
Which can fly higher, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The Arava has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the BN-2B Defender's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The Arava has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,711 kg compared to the BN-2B Defender's 2,995 kg.
Which is larger, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The Arava is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the BN-2B Defender's 11.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The BN-2B Defender is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the Arava at $1.9 million.
Which entered service first, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The BN-2B Defender entered service first in 1965, 7 years before the Arava which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Arava or BN-2B Defender?
The BN-2B Defender has been produced in greater numbers with 1,280 units compared to 103 units of the Arava.