Cessna 340
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year of introduction | 1972 |
| Number produced | 1351 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
Description
The Textron Cessna 340 is a military aircraft primarily used for surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Developed by Textron Aviation, it was initially introduced in the late 1970s as a civilian twin-engine light aircraft. Due to its versatile design, the Cessna 340 found applications in various military organizations around the world. The aircraft is equipped with advanced avionics and sensor systems, allowing for effective data collection and surveillance capabilities. Its relatively small size and high endurance make it suitable for low-altitude operations in both rural and urban environments. The Textron Cessna 340 has seen deployment in military operations involving intelligence gathering and aerial observation.
Technical specifications
| Version: 340 | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 1 pilot + 5 passengers |
| Operational range | 2600 km (1616 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 452 km/h (281 mph) |
| Wing area | 17.1 m² (184.1 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m (38.1 ft) |
| Height | 3.8 m (12.6 ft) |
| Length | 10.5 m (34.3 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 9100 m (29856 ft) |
| Empty weight | 1779 kg (3922 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2717 kg (5990 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 8.4 m/s (27.6 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 × Continental TSIO-520-NB engines delivering 310 hp (230 kW) |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Bolivia | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
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