1900D vs L-410 NG
1900D and L-410 NG are closely matched, each topping 2 of 7 metrics.
Cross-shopping the Beechcraft / Textron Aviation 1900D (introduced 1991) against the Aircraft Industries (LET) L-410 NG (introduced 2018) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are regional, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the L-410 NG has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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1900D vs L-410 NG: the key differences
- The L-410 NG delivers 111% more range (1900D: 380 nm; L-410 NG: 800 nm).
- The 1900D delivers 27% more cruise speed (1900D: 280 kt; L-410 NG: 220 kt).
- The 1900D and L-410 NG are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 19 seats.
- The L-410 NG is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 1991 for the 1900D), a gap of 27 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The 1900D is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (17,120 lbs versus 15,873 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for short-haul and regional hops, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the 1900D seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the L-410 NG when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 1900D when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the 1900D holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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1900D vs L-410 NG: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the 1900D or the L-410 NG?
The L-410 NG has the longer published range — 800 nm versus 380 nm for the 1900D.
Which is faster, the 1900D or the L-410 NG?
The 1900D cruises faster, at 280 kt versus 220 kt for the L-410 NG.
Which is newer, the 1900D or the L-410 NG?
The L-410 NG is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 1991 for the 1900D.
Is the 1900D or the L-410 NG the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the 1900D is the larger aircraft — 17,120 lbs versus 15,873 lbs for the L-410 NG.
Should I buy the 1900D or the L-410 NG?
Choose the L-410 NG when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 1900D when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the 1900D holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the 1900D vs L-410 NG?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.