BN-2B Defender vs PC-6 Porter
| 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 |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender is faster with a maximum speed of 264 km/h compared to the PC-6 Porter's 244 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the PC-6 Porter's 730 km.
Which can fly higher, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the BN-2B Defender's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,995 kg compared to the PC-6 Porter's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender is longer at 11.1 meters compared to the PC-6 Porter's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the PC-6 Porter at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter entered service first in 1960, 5 years before the BN-2B Defender which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BN-2B Defender or PC-6 Porter?
The BN-2B Defender has been produced in greater numbers with 1,280 units compared to 604 units of the PC-6 Porter.