BAe 146 vs DC-3
Overview
The BAe 146 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by British Aerospace and Douglas respectively.
Top speed is 789 km/h for the BAe 146 vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The BAe 146 has an operational range of 3,650 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The BAe 146 operates at altitudes up to 10,668 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 42,184 kg MTOW, the BAe 146 is 3.2x the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
The BAe 146 has been produced in 387 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 40 years before the BAe 146 (1941 vs 1981).
| British short-haul and regional airliner, developed in the late 20th century, widely used for regional passenger transport, cargo, and military VIP operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 3 September 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 387 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $80K |
| Wing area | 77.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 26.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 28.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 789 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,650 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,668 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 42,184 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 24,600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8 kN ◉ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The BAe 146 is faster with a maximum speed of 789 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 376 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The BAe 146 has a longer range at 3,650 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The BAe 146 has a higher service ceiling at 10,668 meters (35,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The BAe 146 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 42,184 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The BAe 146 is longer at 28.6 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 47 years before the BAe 146 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BAe 146 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 387 units of the BAe 146.