ATR-72 vs CN-235
| French-Italian regional turboprop, notable for its extensive use in civil and commercial aviation since the late 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | ATR |
| First flight | 27 October 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1989 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $26 million |
| Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 11 November 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 354 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 61.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 27.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 27.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 565 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,404 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,051 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 59.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,355 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of ATR-72 by ATR Aircrafts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The ATR-72 is faster with a maximum speed of 565 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the ATR-72's 1,404 km.
Which can fly higher, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the ATR-72's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The ATR-72 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,500 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The ATR-72 is longer at 27.2 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The ATR-72 is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the CN-235 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The CN-235 entered service first in 1988, 1 years before the ATR-72 which entered service in 1989.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ATR-72 or CN-235?
The ATR-72 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.