C-23 Sherpa vs Short 330

Overview

The C-23 Sherpa and the Short 330 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Short Brothers and Short Brothers respectively.

Top speed is 467 km/h for the C-23 Sherpa vs 350 km/h for the Short 330. The C-23 Sherpa has an operational range of 2,195 km vs 1,695 km for the Short 330. The C-23 Sherpa operates at altitudes up to 8,500 m compared to 6,100 m for the Short 330.

The C-23 Sherpa has been produced in 60 units vs 141 for the Short 330. The Short 330 first flew 10 years before the C-23 Sherpa (1974 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.
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 --
British regional airliner, developed in the late 1970s, notably used in Europe and America for short-haul flights.
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Short Brothers
First flight 22 August 1974
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 141 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 42.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 22.8 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 17.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 467 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,195 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,387 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,680 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 447 kW â—‰
Wing area 42.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 22.8 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 17.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 350 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,695 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,387 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,680 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 448 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The C-23 Sherpa is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the Short 330's 350 km/h, a difference of 117 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The C-23 Sherpa has a longer range at 2,195 km compared to the Short 330's 1,695 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The C-23 Sherpa has a higher service ceiling at 8,500 meters (27,887 ft) compared to the Short 330's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The Short 330 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,387 kg compared to the C-23 Sherpa's 10,387 kg.
Which is larger, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The C-23 Sherpa is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Short 330's 17.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The Short 330 entered service first in 1976, 8 years before the C-23 Sherpa which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-23 Sherpa or Short 330?
The Short 330 has been produced in greater numbers with 141 units compared to 60 units of the C-23 Sherpa.