EMB 120 Brasilia vs Learjet 35

The EMB 120 Brasilia and the Learjet 35 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Embraer and Bombardier respectively. Top speed is 608 km/h for the EMB 120 Brasilia vs 872 km/h for the Learjet 35. The EMB 120 Brasilia has an operational range of 1,750 km vs 5,291 km for the Learjet 35. The Learjet 35 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 9,083 m for the EMB 120 Brasilia. The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in 357 units vs 738 for the Learjet 35. Unit cost is $5M for the EMB 120 Brasilia vs $0.5M for the Learjet 35. The Learjet 35 first flew 6 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia (1973 vs 1979).

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
Canadian light-jet, distinguished by its service history in the United States Air Force as a utility aircraft since the 1970s.
Bombardier Learjet 35 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 22 August 1973
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 738 units
Average unit price $500K
Wing area 39.4 m²
Wingspan 19.8 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m
Length 20.0 m
Maximum speed 608 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,083 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg
Empty weight 7,070 kg
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 872 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,291 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 is faster with a maximum speed of 872 km/h compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 608 km/h, a difference of 264 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 has a longer range at 5,291 km compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 1,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 9,083 meters (29,799 ft).
Which is heavier, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the Learjet 35's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the Learjet 35's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Learjet 35 at $0.5 million.
Which entered service first, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 entered service first in 1973, 12 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 has been produced in greater numbers with 738 units compared to 357 units of the EMB 120 Brasilia.