C-23 Sherpa vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The C-23 Sherpa and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Short Brothers and Piper respectively.
Top speed is 467 km/h for the C-23 Sherpa vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-23 Sherpa has an operational range of 2,195 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-23 Sherpa operates at altitudes up to 8,500 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 10,387 kg MTOW, the C-23 Sherpa is 3.5x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
The C-23 Sherpa has been produced in 60 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 20 years before the C-23 Sherpa (1964 vs 1984).
| British short takeoff and landing military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, extensively used for transporting cargo and personnel in regional military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Short Brothers |
| First flight | 6 August 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 42.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 467 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,195 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,387 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,680 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 447 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 116 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-23 Sherpa is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-23 Sherpa has a longer range at 2,195 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-23 Sherpa has a higher service ceiling at 8,500 meters (27,887 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-23 Sherpa has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,387 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-23 Sherpa is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 17 years before the C-23 Sherpa which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-23 Sherpa or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 60 units of the C-23 Sherpa.