ATL-2 Atlantique vs Be-12 Tchaïka Mail
| French maritime patrol aircraft, operational since the late 20th century, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and surveillance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Breguet Aviation |
| First flight | 8 May 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 215 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Soviet amphibious aircraft, operational in Cold War era, mainly in anti-submarine and maritime patrol roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beriev |
| First flight | 18 October 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 150 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wing area | 120.3 m² |
| Wingspan | 37.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 31.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 648 km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 9,150 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 46,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 25,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,549 kW ◉ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 29.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 26.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,500 km |
| Service ceiling | 8,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 25,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,810 kW ◉ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Be-12 Tchaïka Mail by Russian Ministry of Defence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is faster with a maximum speed of 648 km/h compared to the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail's 0 km/h, a difference of 648 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The Be-12 Tchaïka Mail has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the ATL-2 Atlantique's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique has a higher service ceiling at 9,150 meters (30,019 ft) compared to the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 46,200 kg compared to the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail's 36,000 kg.
Which is larger, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is longer at 31.7 meters compared to the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail's 26.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The Be-12 Tchaïka Mail entered service first in 1960, 5 years before the ATL-2 Atlantique which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Be-12 Tchaïka Mail?
The ATL-2 Atlantique has been produced in greater numbers with 215 units compared to 150 units of the Be-12 Tchaïka Mail.