CN-235 vs Short 360
| 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 |
| British commuter aircraft, recognized for its mid-1980s production, routinely seen for passenger and freight operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Short Brothers |
| First flight | 1 June 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 165 units |
| Average unit price | $6.2 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 | 42.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 404 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,595 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,292 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,870 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,062 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Short 360 by Tomás Del Coro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the Short 360's 404 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 has a longer range at 4,355 km compared to the Short 360's 1,595 km.
Which can fly higher, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the Short 360's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the Short 360's 12,292 kg.
Which is larger, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The Short 360 is longer at 21.6 meters compared to the CN-235's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Short 360 at $6.2 million.
Which entered service first, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The Short 360 entered service first in 1982, 6 years before the CN-235 which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CN-235 or Short 360?
The CN-235 has been produced in greater numbers with 354 units compared to 165 units of the Short 360.