C-27J Spartan vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The C-27J Spartan and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Leonardo and Piper respectively.
Top speed is 602 km/h for the C-27J Spartan vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-27J Spartan has an operational range of 1,759 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-27J Spartan operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 32,500 kg MTOW, the C-27J Spartan is 11:1 the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
The C-27J Spartan has been produced in 117 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 35 years before the C-27J Spartan (1964 vs 1999).
| Italian military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, used globally for tactical airlift and specialized missions. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | -- |
| 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 | 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 116 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-27J Spartan is faster with a maximum speed of 602 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 182 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the C-27J Spartan's 1,759 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 32,500 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-27J Spartan is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 39 years before the C-27J Spartan which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-27J Spartan or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 117 units of the C-27J Spartan.