C-212 Aviocar vs CN-235
| Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 26 March 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 483 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 11 November 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 354 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 835 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,925 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,780 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 59.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,355 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 370 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,700 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 16.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the C-212 Aviocar at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The C-212 Aviocar entered service first in 1974, 14 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or CN-235?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.