C-160 Transall vs PA-31 Navajo
The C-160 Transall and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Transall and Piper respectively. Top speed is 513 km/h for the C-160 Transall vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-160 Transall has an operational range of 1,853 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-160 Transall operates at altitudes up to 8,230 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the C-160 Transall is 17:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The C-160 Transall has been produced in 214 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-160 Transall first flew 1 years before the PA-31 Navajo (1963 vs 1964).
| German-French transport plane, employed globally since the Cold War, essential for humanitarian aid, military logistical support, and troop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Transall |
| First flight | 25 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 214 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| 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 | $-- million |
| Wing area | 160.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 32.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 513 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,853 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,230 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 29,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,549 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-160 Transall is faster with a maximum speed of 513 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 93 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the C-160 Transall's 1,853 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-160 Transall has a higher service ceiling at 8,230 meters (27,001 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-160 Transall has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-160 Transall is longer at 32.4 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 0 years before the C-160 Transall which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-160 Transall or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 214 units of the C-160 Transall.