EMB 120 Brasilia vs Y-12

Overview

The EMB 120 Brasilia and the Y-12 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Embraer and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 608 km/h for the EMB 120 Brasilia vs 328 km/h for the Y-12. The EMB 120 Brasilia has an operational range of 1,750 km vs 1,340 km for the Y-12. The EMB 120 Brasilia operates at altitudes up to 9,083 m compared to 7,000 m for the Y-12. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the EMB 120 Brasilia is 2.2x the Y-12's 5,300 kg.

The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in 357 units vs 71 for the Y-12. Unit cost is $5M for the EMB 120 Brasilia vs $5M for the Y-12. The EMB 120 Brasilia first flew 3 years before the Y-12 (1979 vs 1982).

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
Chinese twin-engine light utility aircraft, recognized from its 1980s development, frequently used for passenger and cargo transportation.
Harbin Y-12 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 14 July 1982
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 71 units
Average unit price $5 million
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 671 kW â—‰
Wing area 34.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.2 m â—‰
Height 5.7 m â—‰
Length 18.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 328 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,340 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,840 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 205 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the Y-12's 328 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a longer range at 1,750 km compared to the Y-12's 1,340 km.
Which can fly higher, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher service ceiling at 9,083 meters (29,799 ft) compared to the Y-12's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the Y-12's 5,300 kg.
Which is larger, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the Y-12's 18.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The Y-12 is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The Y-12 entered service first in 1985, 0 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EMB 120 Brasilia or Y-12?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in greater numbers with 357 units compared to 71 units of the Y-12.