C-160 Transall vs DC-3
| 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 commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 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 |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 29,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,549 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The C-160 Transall is faster with a maximum speed of 513 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the C-160 Transall's 1,853 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The C-160 Transall has a higher service ceiling at 8,230 meters (27,001 ft) compared to the DC-3's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The C-160 Transall has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The C-160 Transall is longer at 32.4 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The C-160 Transall is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 31 years before the C-160 Transall which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-160 Transall or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 214 units of the C-160 Transall.