CN-235 vs DC-3
The CN-235 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and Douglas respectively. Top speed is 450 km/h for the CN-235 vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The CN-235 has an operational range of 4,355 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The CN-235 operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. The CN-235 has been produced in 354 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $25M for the CN-235 vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 42 years before the CN-235 (1941 vs 1983).
| 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 |
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| 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 1,305 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The CN-235 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The CN-235 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 52 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CN-235 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.