C-295 Persuader vs CN-235

Overview

The C-295 Persuader and the CN-235 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and CASA respectively.

Top speed is 576 km/h for the C-295 Persuader vs 450 km/h for the CN-235. The C-295 Persuader has an operational range of 5,750 km vs 4,355 km for the CN-235. The CN-235 operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,620 m for the C-295 Persuader.

The C-295 Persuader has been produced in 209 units vs 354 for the CN-235. Unit cost is $78M for the C-295 Persuader vs $25M for the CN-235. The CN-235 first flew 14 years before the C-295 Persuader (1983 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
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 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 986 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 C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 126 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the CN-235's 4,355 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the C-295 Persuader's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,200 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The C-295 Persuader is more expensive at approximately $78 million per unit compared to the CN-235 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The CN-235 entered service first in 1988, 13 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or CN-235?
The CN-235 has been produced in greater numbers with 354 units compared to 209 units of the C-295 Persuader.