404 Titan vs Short 360
The 404 Titan and the Short 360 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Short Brothers respectively. Top speed is 430 km/h for the 404 Titan vs 404 km/h for the Short 360. The 404 Titan has an operational range of 3,410 km vs 1,595 km for the Short 360. The 404 Titan operates at altitudes up to 7,925 m compared to 6,100 m for the Short 360. At 12,292 kg MTOW, the Short 360 is 3.2x the 404 Titan's 3,810 kg. The 404 Titan has been produced in 396 units vs 165 for the Short 360. Unit cost is $0.35M for the 404 Titan vs $6.19M for the Short 360. The 404 Titan first flew 6 years before the Short 360 (1975 vs 1981).
| American light, twin-engined transport aircraft, prominent during the late 20th century, extensively used in passenger and cargo service. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 26 February 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 396 units |
| Average unit price | $350K |
| British commuter aircraft, recognized for its mid-1980s production, routinely seen for passenger and freight operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Short Brothers |
| First flight | 1 June 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 165 units |
| Average unit price | $6.2 million |
| Wing area | 22.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 430 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,410 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,925 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,810 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,193 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 140 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 42.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 404 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,595 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,292 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,870 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 531 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The 404 Titan is faster with a maximum speed of 430 km/h compared to the Short 360's 404 km/h, a difference of 26 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The 404 Titan has a longer range at 3,410 km compared to the Short 360's 1,595 km.
Which can fly higher, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The 404 Titan has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the Short 360's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The Short 360 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,292 kg compared to the 404 Titan's 3,810 kg.
Which is larger, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The Short 360 is longer at 21.6 meters compared to the 404 Titan's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The Short 360 is more expensive at approximately $6.2 million per unit compared to the 404 Titan at $0.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The 404 Titan entered service first in 1976, 6 years before the Short 360 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 404 Titan or Short 360?
The 404 Titan has been produced in greater numbers with 396 units compared to 165 units of the Short 360.