ERJ 135 vs PA-31 Navajo
The ERJ 135 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Embraer and Piper respectively. Top speed is 828 km/h for the ERJ 135 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The ERJ 135 has an operational range of 3,240 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The ERJ 135 operates at altitudes up to 11,278 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 19,000 kg MTOW, the ERJ 135 is 6.4x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The ERJ 135 has been produced in 1,231 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 34 years before the ERJ 135 (1964 vs 1998).
| 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 |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The ERJ 135 is faster with a maximum speed of 828 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 408 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The ERJ 135 has a longer range at 3,240 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The ERJ 135 has a higher service ceiling at 11,278 meters (37,001 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The ERJ 135 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The ERJ 135 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 30 years before the ERJ 135 which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ERJ 135 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 1,231 units of the ERJ 135.