C-295 Persuader vs PA-34 Seneca

The C-295 Persuader and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Piper respectively. Top speed is 576 km/h for the C-295 Persuader vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-295 Persuader has an operational range of 5,750 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-295 Persuader operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 23,200 kg MTOW, the C-295 Persuader is 11:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The C-295 Persuader has been produced in 209 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 30 years before the C-295 Persuader (1967 vs 1997).

Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
Airbus C-295 Persuader Transport profile drawing
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
American twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s.
Piper PA-34 Seneca Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 25 April 1967
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 5037 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—‰
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 8.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 378 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,611 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,457 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 164 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 198 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca 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 PA-34 Seneca?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,200 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 30 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 209 units of the C-295 Persuader.