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ATR 42-600

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The ATR 42-600 is a 50-seat regional turboprop from the Franco-Italian ATR consortium, the shorter companion to the larger ATR 72. It seats about 48 passengers, up to 50, and two Pratt & Whitney PW127M engines give a cruise of 518 km/h and a range near 1,326 km. This variant first flew in 2012 and measures 22.7 metres long with a maximum takeoff weight of 18,600 kg. The -600 generation added a glass cockpit and updated engines, and its low operating cost and short-field capability suit island-hopping and thin regional routes where larger aircraft would be uneconomic.

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Dimensions

Length: 22,67 m
Wingspan: 24,57 m
Height: 7,59 m
Cabin Width: 2,57 m

Performance

Range: 1 326 km
Cruise Speed: 518 km/h
Max Speed: 556 km/h
Service Ceiling: 7 620 m
Category: short-haul

Capacity

Typical Seats: 48
Max Seats: 50
Cargo Volume: 7,40 m³
Size: regional

Engines

Count: 2
Type: Turboprop
Model: Pratt & Whitney PW127M

Airlines (4)

EasyFly 7 Bahamasair 3 Druk Air 1 Leeward Islands Air Transport 1

Engine Profiles

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 Family

About ATR 42-600

Turbohélice moderno de 50 asientos del consorcio franco-italiano. El ATR 42-600 cuenta con cabina de cristal y motores mejorados, sirviendo rutas de corta distancia y salto entre islas en todo el mundo.

Frequently Asked Questions

The ATR 42-600 typically seats 48 passengers in a standard all-economy configuration with a 2-2 seating arrangement. The cabin is 2.57 m wide, providing comfortable seating for a turboprop aircraft. Some operators configure it with 44 seats for added comfort on longer regional routes.

The ATR 42-600 has a maximum range of approximately 1,326 km (716 nautical miles) with a full passenger load. This range is suited for short regional routes such as island-hopping services or connecting smaller cities to major hubs. The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127M turboprop engines, each producing 1,877 kW of shaft power.

The ATR 42-600 is a shortened version of the ATR 72-600, seating 48 passengers compared to the ATR 72's 70-78. Both share the same cockpit, engines, and avionics suite, providing significant fleet commonality. The ATR 72-600 has a longer fuselage (27.2 m vs 22.7 m) and longer wings, giving it greater range. The ATR 42-600 is preferred for routes with lower passenger demand or shorter runways.

The ATR 42-600 is a high-wing turboprop with two propeller engines mounted above the cabin. It has a distinctive T-tail and sits high off the ground with a fixed landing gear fairing under the fuselage. The shorter fuselage compared to the ATR 72 gives it a more compact appearance. The six-blade propellers on the -600 variant are a distinguishing feature from older ATR 42 models.

The ATR 42-600 burns approximately 40-50% less fuel than comparable regional jets, making it the most economical choice for routes under 500 km. Its ability to operate from short and unpaved runways gives it access to airports that jets cannot serve. The aircraft excels on island routes in the Caribbean, Pacific, and Southeast Asia, as well as connecting rural communities. ATR estimates the -600 series produces 40% fewer CO2 emissions per passenger than equivalent regional jets.

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