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. | |
|
|
| 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. | |
|
|
| 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—‰ |
|
|
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of EMB 120 Brasilia by Brazilian Ministry of Defence.
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.