CN-235 vs EMB 120 Brasilia

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
Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments.
Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇧🇷 Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 27 July 1979
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 357 units
Average unit price $5 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 39.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.8 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 20.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 608 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,083 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,070 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 158 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 1,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 9,083 meters (29,799 ft).
Which is heavier, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The CN-235 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The CN-235 is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 20.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia entered service first in 1985, 3 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CN-235 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in greater numbers with 357 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.