Il-112 vs PA-31 Navajo
The Il-112 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Ilyushin and Piper respectively. Top speed is 580 km/h for the Il-112 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The Il-112 has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 7,600 m for the Il-112. At 21,000 kg MTOW, the Il-112 is 7.1x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The Il-112 has been produced in 3 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 55 years before the Il-112 (1964 vs 2019).
| Russian light military transport, operational in the 21st century, mainly deployed in domestic and regional transportation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 30 March 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | -- |
| Wing area | 65.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 27.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 580 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 116 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Il-112 is faster with a maximum speed of 580 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the Il-112's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the Il-112's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Il-112 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 21,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Il-112 is longer at 24.1 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 56 years before the Il-112 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Il-112 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 3 units of the Il-112.