An-2 Colt vs DHC-3 Otter
| Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 31 August 1947 |
| Year introduced | 1947 |
| Number produced | 18000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Canadian utility aircraft, noted for its use in bush flying and rugged environments during the mid-20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 12 December 1951 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 466 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| Wing area | 71.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 258 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 845 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,440 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 750 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 35.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 257 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,730 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,629 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,010 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 447 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-2 Colt by Artem Katranzhi.
Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The An-2 Colt is faster with a maximum speed of 258 km/h compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 257 km/h, a difference of 1 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The DHC-3 Otter has a longer range at 1,540 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The DHC-3 Otter has a higher service ceiling at 5,730 meters (18,799 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The An-2 Colt has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,440 kg compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 3,629 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The DHC-3 Otter is longer at 12.8 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The DHC-3 Otter is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 6 years before the DHC-3 Otter which entered service in 1953.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or DHC-3 Otter?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 466 units of the DHC-3 Otter.