Overview
The Saab 340 began as a joint project between Saab and the American company Fairchild, and became one of the most successful 30–40-seat turboprops. It entered service with Crossair in Switzerland in 1984, and the improved 340B became the main production model.
Production ended in 1998 after 459 aircraft. Many still fly short regional routes in the United States, Australia and elsewhere, and the Swedish Air Force uses an airborne early-warning version with an Erieye radar on its back. Specifications are for the 340B.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 19.73 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.44 m |
| Height | 6.97 m |
| Wing area | 41.8 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 8,140 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 13,155 kg |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 522 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,732 km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 34 |
| Seats (max.) | 36 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | General Electric CT7-9B |
| Power (each) | 1,305 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Cory W. Watts from Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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