C-32 vs ERJ 135

Overview

The C-32 and the ERJ 135 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Embraer respectively.

Top speed is 853 km/h for the C-32 vs 828 km/h for the ERJ 135. The C-32 has an operational range of 10,200 km vs 3,240 km for the ERJ 135. The C-32 operates at altitudes up to 12,802 m compared to 11,278 m for the ERJ 135. At 115,666 kg MTOW, the C-32 is 6.1x the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg.

The C-32 has been produced in 6 units vs 1,231 for the ERJ 135. Unit cost is $90M for the C-32 vs $10.5M for the ERJ 135.

American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 June 1998
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price $90 million
Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century.
Embraer ERJ 135 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 4 July 1998
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 1231 units
Average unit price $10.5 million
Wing area 181.3 mΒ²
Wingspan 38.0 m β—‰
Height 11.0 m β—‰
Length 47.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 853 km/h β—‰
Operational range 10,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg β—‰
Empty weight 58,900 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Height 6.8 m β—‰
Length 26.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 828 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,240 km β—‰
Service ceiling 11,278 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 11,501 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,769 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is faster with a maximum speed of 853 km/h compared to the ERJ 135's 828 km/h, a difference of 25 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the ERJ 135's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the ERJ 135's 11,278 meters (37,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg.
Which is larger, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the ERJ 135's 26.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the ERJ 135 at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 entered service first in 1997, 1 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,231 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.