C-160 Transall vs 208 Caravan
The C-160 Transall and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Transall and Cessna respectively. Top speed is 513 km/h for the C-160 Transall vs 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan. The C-160 Transall has an operational range of 1,853 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The C-160 Transall operates at altitudes up to 8,230 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the C-160 Transall is 13:1 the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg. The C-160 Transall has been produced in 214 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $12M for the C-160 Transall vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The C-160 Transall first flew 19 years before the 208 Caravan (1963 vs 1982).
| German-French transport plane, employed globally since the Cold War, essential for humanitarian aid, military logistical support, and troop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Transall |
| First flight | 25 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 214 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 9 December 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 3000 units |
| Average unit price | $2.1 million |
| Wing area | 160.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 32.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 513 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,853 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,230 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 29,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,549 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 344 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,980 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,970 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,073 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 505 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall is faster with a maximum speed of 513 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 169 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the C-160 Transall's 1,853 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall has a higher service ceiling at 8,230 meters (27,001 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall is longer at 32.4 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The C-160 Transall entered service first in 1967, 17 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-160 Transall or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 214 units of the C-160 Transall.