ATR-42 vs PA-34 Seneca
The ATR-42 and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by ATR and Piper respectively. Top speed is 556 km/h for the ATR-42 vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The ATR-42 has an operational range of 1,326 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The ATR-42 operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 18,600 kg MTOW, the ATR-42 is 8.6x the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The ATR-42 has been produced in 497 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 17 years before the ATR-42 (1967 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 |
| American twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 25 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 5037 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 1,790 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 19.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 378 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,611 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,155 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,457 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 164 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The ATR-42 is faster with a maximum speed of 556 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 178 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has a longer range at 1,611 km compared to the ATR-42's 1,326 km.
Which can fly higher, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca 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 PA-34 Seneca?
The ATR-42 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 18,600 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The ATR-42 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 14 years before the ATR-42 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ATR-42 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 497 units of the ATR-42.