An-2 Colt vs DHC-4 Caribou
Overview
The An-2 Colt and the DHC-4 Caribou are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and de Havilland Canada respectively.
Top speed is 258 km/h for the An-2 Colt vs 346 km/h for the DHC-4 Caribou. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 2,104 km for the DHC-4 Caribou. The DHC-4 Caribou operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 12,927 kg MTOW, the DHC-4 Caribou is 2.4x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 307 for the DHC-4 Caribou. The An-2 Colt first flew 11 years before the DHC-4 Caribou (1947 vs 1958).
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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 | $100K |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | de Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 30 July 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 307 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 84.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 346 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,104 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,927 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 540 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou is faster with a maximum speed of 346 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 88 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou has a longer range at 2,104 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,927 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou is longer at 22.1 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 14 years before the DHC-4 Caribou which entered service in 1961.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or DHC-4 Caribou?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 307 units of the DHC-4 Caribou.