ATR-42 vs Jetstream 31
The ATR-42 and the Jetstream 31 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by ATR and British Aerospace respectively. Top speed is 556 km/h for the ATR-42 vs 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31. The ATR-42 has an operational range of 1,326 km vs 1,260 km for the Jetstream 31. The ATR-42 operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the Jetstream 31. At 18,600 kg MTOW, the ATR-42 is 2.7x the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg. The ATR-42 has been produced in 497 units vs 386 for the Jetstream 31. Unit cost is $20M for the ATR-42 vs $8M for the Jetstream 31. The Jetstream 31 first flew 4 years before the ATR-42 (1980 vs 1984).
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | ATR |
| First flight | 16 August 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 497 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Wing area | 54.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,326 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,250 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 895 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 336 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 is faster with a maximum speed of 556 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 has a longer range at 1,326 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the ATR-42's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 18,600 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 is more expensive at approximately $20 million per unit compared to the Jetstream 31 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 3 years before the ATR-42 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ATR-42 or Jetstream 31?
The ATR-42 has been produced in greater numbers with 497 units compared to 386 units of the Jetstream 31.