A321 vs DHC-7 Dash 7
The A321 and the DHC-7 Dash 7 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and De Havilland Canada respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 451 km/h for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 1,280 km for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7. At 78,000 kg MTOW, the A321 is 3.9x the DHC-7 Dash 7's 19,958 kg. The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 113 for the DHC-7 Dash 7. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DHC-7 Dash 7 first flew 12 years before the A321 (1975 vs 1987).
| European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 27 February 1987 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2917 units |
| Average unit price | $120 million |
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 122.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 34.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 37.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 871 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 78,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 42,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,340 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 835 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 451 km/h, a difference of 420 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 has a longer range at 5,930 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 19,958 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 23.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 entered service first in 1978, 16 years before the A321 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.