BN-2B Defender vs DC-3
The BN-2B Defender and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Britten-Norman and Douglas respectively. Top speed is 264 km/h for the BN-2B Defender vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The BN-2B Defender has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The DC-3 operates at altitudes up to 7,071 m compared to 4,000 m for the BN-2B Defender. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 4.4x the BN-2B Defender's 2,995 kg. The BN-2B Defender has been produced in 1,280 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $2M for the BN-2B Defender vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 24 years before the BN-2B Defender (1941 vs 1965).
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Britten-Norman |
| First flight | 12 June 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 1280 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| 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 | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 31.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 264 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,995 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,825 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 194 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 is faster with a maximum speed of 413 km/h compared to the BN-2B Defender's 264 km/h, a difference of 149 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the BN-2B Defender's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher service ceiling at 7,071 meters (23,198 ft) compared to the BN-2B Defender's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the BN-2B Defender's 2,995 kg.
Which is larger, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the BN-2B Defender's 11.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The BN-2B Defender is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 29 years before the BN-2B Defender which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BN-2B Defender or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 1,280 units of the BN-2B Defender.