DC-3 vs ERJ 135
The DC-3 and the ERJ 135 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Embraer respectively. The ERJ 135 reaches 828 km/h — 2.0x the DC-3's 413 km/h. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 3,240 km for the ERJ 135. The ERJ 135 operates at altitudes up to 11,278 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 1,231 for the ERJ 135. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $10.5M for the ERJ 135. The DC-3 first flew 57 years before the ERJ 135 (1941 vs 1998).
| 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 |
| Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 4 July 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 1231 units |
| Average unit price | $10.5 million |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 26.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 828 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,240 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,278 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,538 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 is faster with a maximum speed of 828 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 415 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 has a longer range at 3,240 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 has a higher service ceiling at 11,278 meters (37,001 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 61 years before the ERJ 135 which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or ERJ 135?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 1,231 units of the ERJ 135.