Jetstream 31 vs Y-12

The Jetstream 31 and the Y-12 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Harbin respectively. Top speed is 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31 vs 328 km/h for the Y-12. The Jetstream 31 has an operational range of 1,260 km vs 1,340 km for the Y-12. The Jetstream 31 operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,000 m for the Y-12. The Jetstream 31 has been produced in 386 units vs 71 for the Y-12. Unit cost is $8M for the Jetstream 31 vs $5M for the Y-12. The Jetstream 31 first flew 2 years before the Y-12 (1980 vs 1982).

British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields.
British Aerospace Jetstream 31 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer British Aerospace
First flight 28 March 1980
Year introduced 1982
Number produced 386 units
Average unit price $8 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 25.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.0 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 14.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 487 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,260 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,954 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,360 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 336 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 Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 is faster with a maximum speed of 487 km/h compared to the Y-12's 328 km/h, a difference of 159 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Y-12 has a longer range at 1,340 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Y-12's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,954 kg compared to the Y-12's 5,300 kg.
Which is larger, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Y-12 is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Y-12 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 3 years before the Y-12 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Jetstream 31 or Y-12?
The Jetstream 31 has been produced in greater numbers with 386 units compared to 71 units of the Y-12.