C-23 Sherpa vs C-212 Aviocar

Overview

The C-23 Sherpa and the C-212 Aviocar are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Short Brothers and CASA respectively.

Top speed is 467 km/h for the C-23 Sherpa vs 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar. The C-23 Sherpa has an operational range of 2,195 km vs 835 km for the C-212 Aviocar. The C-23 Sherpa operates at altitudes up to 8,500 m compared to 7,925 m for the C-212 Aviocar.

The C-23 Sherpa has been produced in 60 units vs 483 for the C-212 Aviocar. The C-212 Aviocar first flew 13 years before the C-23 Sherpa (1971 vs 1984).

British short takeoff and landing military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, extensively used for transporting cargo and personnel in regional military operations.
Short Brothers C-23 Sherpa Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Short Brothers
First flight 6 August 1984
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price --
Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s.
CASA C-212 Aviocar Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer CASA
First flight 26 March 1971
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 483 units
Average unit price $7 million
Wing area 42.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 22.8 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 17.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 467 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,195 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,387 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,680 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 447 kW â—‰
Wing area 41.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 20.3 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m â—‰
Length 16.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 835 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,925 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,780 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 336 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-23 Sherpa is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 370 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-23 Sherpa has a longer range at 2,195 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-23 Sherpa has a higher service ceiling at 8,500 meters (27,887 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-23 Sherpa has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,387 kg compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,700 kg.
Which is larger, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-23 Sherpa is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 16.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar entered service first in 1974, 10 years before the C-23 Sherpa which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-23 Sherpa or C-212 Aviocar?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 60 units of the C-23 Sherpa.