Y-8 vs Y-9
Overview
The Y-8 and the Y-9 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Shaanxi and Shaanxi respectively.
Top speed is 660 km/h for the Y-8 vs 660 km/h for the Y-9. The Y-8 has an operational range of 5,615 km vs 2,200 km for the Y-9. The Y-8 operates at altitudes up to 10,400 m compared to 10,400 m for the Y-9.
The Y-8 first flew 36 years before the Y-9 (1974 vs 2010).
| Chinese medium-size, medium-range transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century based on the Soviet Antonov An-12, and extensively deployed in military and civilian transport operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shaanxi |
| First flight | 1 December 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | 169 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Chinese medium utility and military transport aircraft, introduced in the early 21st century, used for tactical transport and specialized military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shaanxi |
| First flight | 1 November 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 121.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 34.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 660 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,615 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 61,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 35,490 kg |
| Total thrust | 4 x 793 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 121.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 36.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 660 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 65,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 4 x 950 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-9 is faster with a maximum speed of 660 km/h compared to the Y-8's 660 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-8 has a longer range at 5,615 km compared to the Y-9's 2,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-9 has a higher service ceiling at 10,400 meters (34,120 ft) compared to the Y-8's 10,400 meters (34,120 ft).
Which is heavier, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-9 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 65,000 kg compared to the Y-8's 61,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-9 is longer at 36.1 meters compared to the Y-8's 34.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Y-8 or Y-9?
The Y-8 entered service first in 1981, 31 years before the Y-9 which entered service in 2012.