Arava vs C-212 Aviocar
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | CASA |
| First flight | 26 March 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 483 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,056 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 559 kW â—‰ |
|
|
| Wing area | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 835 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,925 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,780 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
|
|
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Arava by Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the Arava's 326 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The Arava has a longer range at 1,056 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the Arava's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The Arava has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,711 kg compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the Arava's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the Arava at $1.9 million.
Which entered service first, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The Arava entered service first in 1972, 2 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Arava or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 103 units of the Arava.