C-32 vs ERJ 135

American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Picture of C-32
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 June 1998
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 6 units
Average unit price $90 million
Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century.
Picture of ERJ 135
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 181.3 m²
Wingspan 38.0 m â—‰
Height 11.0 m â—‰
Length 47.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 853 km/h â—‰
Operational range 10,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg â—‰
Empty weight 58,900 kg
Total thrust 2 x 18,915 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Boeing C-32
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 20.0 m â—‰
Height 6.8 m â—‰
Length 26.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 828 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,240 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,278 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 3,538 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Embraer ERJ 135

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of ERJ 135 by Adrian Pingstone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is faster with a maximum speed of 853 km/h compared to the ERJ 135's 828 km/h, a difference of 25 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the ERJ 135's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the ERJ 135's 11,278 meters (37,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg.
Which is larger, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the ERJ 135's 26.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The C-32 is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the ERJ 135 at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 entered service first in 1997, 1 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-32 or ERJ 135?
The ERJ 135 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,231 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.