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).
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| 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. | |
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| 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.