CN-235 vs F27 Friendship
| 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 |
| Dutch passenger aircraft, utilized globally throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, notable for military and commercial operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 24 November 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 586 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 70.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 509 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,992 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,410 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,148 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,529 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship is faster with a maximum speed of 509 km/h compared to the CN-235's 450 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the F27 Friendship's 2,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the F27 Friendship's 8,992 meters (29,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,410 kg compared to the CN-235's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the F27 Friendship at $3.5 million.
Which entered service first, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship entered service first in 1958, 30 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CN-235 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has been produced in greater numbers with 586 units compared to 354 units of the CN-235.