BN-2B Defender vs Do 128
| British light-utility aircraft, notably deployed for surveillance, logistical operations, and transport duties in various global regions. | |
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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 |
| German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 4 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 11 units |
| Average unit price | $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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 29.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,936 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,842 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,348 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 298 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Do 128 by Mike Freer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The Do 128 is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the BN-2B Defender's 264 km/h, a difference of 61 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the BN-2B Defender's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the BN-2B Defender's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,842 kg compared to the BN-2B Defender's 2,995 kg.
Which is larger, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The Do 128 is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the BN-2B Defender's 11.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The BN-2B Defender is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the Do 128 at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The BN-2B Defender entered service first in 1965, 29 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BN-2B Defender or Do 128?
The BN-2B Defender has been produced in greater numbers with 1,280 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.