BAe 146 vs F27 Friendship
Overview
The BAe 146 and the F27 Friendship are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Fokker respectively.
Top speed is 789 km/h for the BAe 146 vs 509 km/h for the F27 Friendship. The BAe 146 has an operational range of 3,650 km vs 2,600 km for the F27 Friendship. The BAe 146 operates at altitudes up to 10,668 m compared to 8,992 m for the F27 Friendship. At 42,184 kg MTOW, the BAe 146 is 2.1x the F27 Friendship's 20,410 kg.
The BAe 146 has been produced in 387 units vs 586 for the F27 Friendship. The F27 Friendship first flew 26 years before the BAe 146 (1955 vs 1981).
| British short-haul and regional airliner, developed in the late 20th century, widely used for regional passenger transport, cargo, and military VIP operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 3 September 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 387 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Dutch passenger aircraft, utilized globally throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, notable for military and commercial operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 24 November 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 586 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 million |
| Wing area | 77.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 28.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 789 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,650 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,668 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 42,184 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 24,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 70.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 509 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,992 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,410 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,148 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 765 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The BAe 146 is faster with a maximum speed of 789 km/h compared to the F27 Friendship's 509 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The BAe 146 has a longer range at 3,650 km compared to the F27 Friendship's 2,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The BAe 146 has a higher service ceiling at 10,668 meters (35,000 ft) compared to the F27 Friendship's 8,992 meters (29,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The BAe 146 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 42,184 kg compared to the F27 Friendship's 20,410 kg.
Which is larger, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The BAe 146 is longer at 28.6 meters compared to the F27 Friendship's 23.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship entered service first in 1958, 25 years before the BAe 146 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BAe 146 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has been produced in greater numbers with 586 units compared to 387 units of the BAe 146.