C-295 Persuader vs G.222
| 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 |
| Italian tactical military transporter, produced during the Cold War, notably employed by NATO and UN peacekeeping missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Alenia Aeronautica |
| First flight | 18 July 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 111 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 82.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,371 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,400 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,501 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of C-295 Persuader by Airbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the G.222's 540 km/h, a difference of 36 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the G.222's 1,371 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The G.222 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the C-295 Persuader's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The G.222 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the C-295 Persuader's 23,200 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the G.222's 22.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The G.222 entered service first in 1978, 23 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or G.222?
The C-295 Persuader has been produced in greater numbers with 209 units compared to 111 units of the G.222.