Amphibians around the World
There are three major types of amphibians in the world: US-2 of Japan, CL-415 of Canada, Be-200 of Russia. Although they vary in size and features, a comparison of their performance will reveal the US-2’s superiority.

US-2 (ShinMaywa)

Length Overall | 33.3m |
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Max Take-off Weight | 47.7t |
Range | over 4,700km |
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CL-415 (Bombardier)

Length Overall | 19.8m |
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Max Take-off Weight | 19.9t |
Range | 2,426km |
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Be-200 (Beriev)

- Be-200 photos courtesy of Bunrindo Co., Ltd.
Length Overall | 31.4m |
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Max Take-off Weight | 41.0t |
Range | 3,300km |
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Major Specifications Comparison
Dimensions & Performances | US-2 (ShinMaywa) |
CL-415 (Bombardier) |
Be-200 (Beriev) |
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Power Plant | Four-turboprop | Twin-turboprop | Twin-turbofan |
Length | 33.3m | 19.8m | 31.4m |
Wing Span | 33.2m | 28.6m | 32.8m |
Max Take-Off Weight | 47.7t | 19.9t | 41.0t |
Range | over 4,700km | 2,426km | 3,300km |
Cruise Altitude | over 9,000m | 3,048m | 7,986m |
Cruise Speed | 480km/h | 278km/h | 560km/h |
Take-Off Distance (on water) |
280m | 808m | 1,000m |
Landing Distance (on water) |
330m | 665m | 1,300m |
Wave Height | up to 3m | up to 1.8m | up to 1.2m |
Source: Jane's encyclopedia of Aviation