441 Conquest II vs CN-235

The 441 Conquest II and the CN-235 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and CASA respectively. Top speed is 547 km/h for the 441 Conquest II vs 450 km/h for the CN-235. The 441 Conquest II has an operational range of 4,064 km vs 4,355 km for the CN-235. The 441 Conquest II operates at altitudes up to 10,668 m compared to 9,144 m for the CN-235. At 16,500 kg MTOW, the CN-235 is 3.7x the 441 Conquest II's 4,468 kg. The 441 Conquest II has been produced in 362 units vs 354 for the CN-235. Unit cost is $1.2M for the 441 Conquest II vs $25M for the CN-235. The 441 Conquest II first flew 8 years before the CN-235 (1975 vs 1983).

American turboprop aircraft, known for general aviation use and commercial services, with comprehensive operational history since the late 20th century.
Cessna 441 Conquest II Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 26 August 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 362 units
Average unit price $1.2 million
Spanish-Indonesian transport aircraft, widespread use in the civil sector, military services, and humanitarian aid, developed during the late 20th century.
CASA CN-235 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer CASA
First flight 11 November 1983
Year introduced 1988
Number produced 354 units
Average unit price $25 million
Wing area 23.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.0 m â—‰
Height 4.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 547 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,064 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,668 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,468 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,577 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 237 kW â—‰
Wing area 59.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 25.8 m â—‰
Height 8.2 m â—‰
Length 21.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,355 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 16,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 653 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The 441 Conquest II is faster with a maximum speed of 547 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the 441 Conquest II's 4,064 km.
Which can fly higher, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The 441 Conquest II has a higher service ceiling at 10,668 meters (35,000 ft) compared to the CN-235's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the 441 Conquest II's 4,468 kg.
Which is larger, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The CN-235 is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the 441 Conquest II's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the 441 Conquest II at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The 441 Conquest II entered service first in 1977, 11 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 441 Conquest II or CN-235?
The 441 Conquest II has been produced in greater numbers with 362 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.