Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner vs Metroliner
| American regional airliner, extensively deployed domestically and internationally since the 1980s for passenger and freight transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 3 September 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 695 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| American-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 530 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,765 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,733 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 955 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,044 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner by Adrian Pingstone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Metroliner is faster with a maximum speed of 533 km/h compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner's 530 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,765 kg compared to the Metroliner's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the Metroliner's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Metroliner entered service first in 1972, 12 years before the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner or Metroliner?
The Beechcraft 1900 Beechliner has been produced in greater numbers with 695 units compared to 600 units of the Metroliner.