C-27J Spartan vs CN-235

Overview

The C-27J Spartan and the CN-235 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Leonardo and CASA respectively.

Top speed is 602 km/h for the C-27J Spartan vs 450 km/h for the CN-235. The C-27J Spartan has an operational range of 1,759 km vs 4,355 km for the CN-235. The C-27J Spartan operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 9,144 m for the CN-235.

The C-27J Spartan has been produced in 117 units vs 354 for the CN-235. Unit cost is $31.7M for the C-27J Spartan vs $25M for the CN-235. The CN-235 first flew 16 years before the C-27J Spartan (1983 vs 1999).

Italian military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, used globally for tactical airlift and specialized missions.
Leonardo C-27J Spartan Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Leonardo
First flight 24 September 1999
Year introduced 2006
Number produced 117 units
Average unit price $31.7 million
Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century.
CASA CN-235 Transport profile drawing
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 82.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.7 m â—‰
Height 9.6 m â—‰
Length 22.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 602 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,759 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 32,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,729 kW â—‰
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 653 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The C-27J Spartan is faster with a maximum speed of 602 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 152 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the C-27J Spartan's 1,759 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the C-27J Spartan's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 32,500 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The C-27J Spartan is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The C-27J Spartan is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the CN-235 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The CN-235 entered service first in 1988, 18 years before the C-27J Spartan which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-27J Spartan or CN-235?
The CN-235 has been produced in greater numbers with 354 units compared to 117 units of the C-27J Spartan.