441 Conquest II vs Y-20

The 441 Conquest II and the Y-20 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Xian respectively. Top speed is 547 km/h for the 441 Conquest II vs 926 km/h for the Y-20. The 441 Conquest II has an operational range of 4,064 km vs 7,800 km for the Y-20. The Y-20 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 10,668 m for the 441 Conquest II. At 222,000 kg MTOW, the Y-20 is 50:1 the 441 Conquest II's 4,468 kg. The 441 Conquest II has been produced in 362 units vs 58 for the Y-20. Unit cost is $1.2M for the 441 Conquest II vs $160M for the Y-20. The 441 Conquest II first flew 38 years before the Y-20 (1975 vs 2013).

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
Chinese strategic airlifter, most notable in the modern period, deployed for regional transportation and military logistics.
Xian Y-20 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Xian
First flight 26 January 2013
Year introduced 2016
Number produced 58 units
Average unit price $160 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 310.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 50.0 m â—‰
Height 15.0 m â—‰
Length 47.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 926 km/h â—‰
Operational range 7,800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 222,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 100,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 3,402 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 926 km/h compared to the 441 Conquest II's 547 km/h, a difference of 379 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a longer range at 7,800 km compared to the 441 Conquest II's 4,064 km.
Which can fly higher, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the 441 Conquest II's 10,668 meters (35,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 222,000 kg compared to the 441 Conquest II's 4,468 kg.
Which is larger, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 is longer at 47.0 meters compared to the 441 Conquest II's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The Y-20 is more expensive at approximately $160 million per unit compared to the 441 Conquest II at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The 441 Conquest II entered service first in 1977, 39 years before the Y-20 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 441 Conquest II or Y-20?
The 441 Conquest II has been produced in greater numbers with 362 units compared to 58 units of the Y-20.