Jetstream 31 vs Y-20
The Jetstream 31 and the Y-20 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Xian respectively. Top speed is 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31 vs 926 km/h for the Y-20. The Jetstream 31 has an operational range of 1,260 km vs 7,800 km for the Y-20. The Y-20 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the Jetstream 31. At 222,000 kg MTOW, the Y-20 is 32:1 the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg. The Jetstream 31 has been produced in 386 units vs 58 for the Y-20. Unit cost is $8M for the Jetstream 31 vs $160M for the Y-20. The Jetstream 31 first flew 33 years before the Y-20 (1980 vs 2013).
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
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| 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 strategic airlifter, most notable in the modern period, deployed for regional transportation and military logistics. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Xian |
| First flight | 26 January 2013 |
| Year introduced | 2016 |
| Number produced | 58 units |
| Average unit price | $160 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 | 310.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 926 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 222,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 100,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,402 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 926 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 439 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a longer range at 7,800 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the Jetstream 31's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 222,000 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 is longer at 47.0 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Y-20 is more expensive at approximately $160 million per unit compared to the Jetstream 31 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 34 years before the Y-20 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Jetstream 31 or Y-20?
The Jetstream 31 has been produced in greater numbers with 386 units compared to 58 units of the Y-20.