737 vs DHC-7 Dash 7
Overview
The 737 and the DHC-7 Dash 7 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and De Havilland Canada respectively.
The 737 reaches 904 km/h — 2.0x the DHC-7 Dash 7's 451 km/h. The 737 has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 1,280 km for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The 737 operates at altitudes up to 11,278 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7. At 52,163 kg MTOW, the 737 is 2.6x the DHC-7 Dash 7's 19,958 kg.
The 737 has been produced in 11,535 units vs 113 for the DHC-7 Dash 7. Unit cost is $115M for the 737 vs $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The 737 first flew 8 years before the DHC-7 Dash 7 (1967 vs 1975).
| American twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner, popularly deployed for commercial aviation since the late 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 9 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 11535 units |
| Average unit price | $115 million |
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 91.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 30.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 904 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,278 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 52,163 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 29,071 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,289 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 209 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 451 km/h, a difference of 453 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 has a higher service ceiling at 11,278 meters (37,001 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 52,163 kg compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 19,958 kg.
Which is larger, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 is longer at 30.0 meters compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 23.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 is more expensive at approximately $115 million per unit compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 entered service first in 1968, 10 years before the DHC-7 Dash 7 which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 737 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 737 has been produced in greater numbers with 11,535 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.