C-160 Transall vs PA-34 Seneca
The C-160 Transall and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Transall and Piper respectively. Top speed is 513 km/h for the C-160 Transall vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-160 Transall has an operational range of 1,853 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-160 Transall operates at altitudes up to 8,230 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the C-160 Transall is 24:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The C-160 Transall has been produced in 214 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-160 Transall first flew 4 years before the PA-34 Seneca (1963 vs 1967).
| 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 twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 25 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 5037 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 | 19.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 378 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,611 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,155 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,457 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 164 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall is faster with a maximum speed of 513 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 135 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall has a longer range at 1,853 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall has a higher service ceiling at 8,230 meters (27,001 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall is longer at 32.4 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-160 Transall entered service first in 1967, 4 years before the PA-34 Seneca which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-160 Transall or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 214 units of the C-160 Transall.