Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner vs Jetstream 31
| American regional airliner, extensively deployed domestically and internationally since the 1980s for passenger and freight transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 3 September 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 695 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
| 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 530 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,765 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,733 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 955 kW â—‰ |
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| 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 |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner by Adrian Pingstone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner is faster with a maximum speed of 530 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 43 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a longer range at 1,260 km compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,765 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 2 years before the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Jetstream 31?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner has been produced in greater numbers with 695 units compared to 386 units of the Jetstream 31.