An-2 Colt vs DHC-6 Twin Otter
The An-2 Colt and the DHC-6 Twin Otter 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 315 km/h for the DHC-6 Twin Otter. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 1,480 km for the DHC-6 Twin Otter. The DHC-6 Twin Otter operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 985 for the DHC-6 Twin Otter. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $7M for the DHC-6 Twin Otter. The An-2 Colt first flew 18 years before the DHC-6 Twin Otter (1947 vs 1965).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 May 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 985 units |
| Average unit price | $7 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 57 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a longer range at 1,480 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 19 years before the DHC-6 Twin Otter which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 985 units of the DHC-6 Twin Otter.