C-295 Persuader vs CL-415 Super Scooper
| Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 28 November 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 209 units |
| Average unit price | $78 million |
| Canadian amphibious aircraft, significant in firefighting operations globally, developed in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Viking Air |
| First flight | 6 December 1993 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 95 units |
| Average unit price | $37 million |
| Wing area | 59.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 576 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,750 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,250 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,972 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 100.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 359 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,427 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,481 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,890 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,882 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,775 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of C-295 Persuader by Airbus.
Photo of CL-415 Super Scooper by Maarten Visser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 359 km/h, a difference of 217 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 2,427 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 4,481 meters (14,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,200 kg compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 19,890 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 20.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader is more expensive at approximately $78 million per unit compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper at $37 million.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The CL-415 Super Scooper entered service first in 1994, 7 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or CL-415 Super Scooper?
The C-295 Persuader has been produced in greater numbers with 209 units compared to 95 units of the CL-415 Super Scooper.