Kawasaki C-2 vs 208 Caravan

Overview

The Kawasaki C-2 and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Kawasaki Aerospace and Cessna respectively.

The Kawasaki C-2 reaches 920 km/h — 2.7x the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h. The Kawasaki C-2 has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The Kawasaki C-2 operates at altitudes up to 13,100 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 141,400 kg MTOW, the Kawasaki C-2 is 36:1 the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.

The Kawasaki C-2 has been produced in 14 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $74.02M for the Kawasaki C-2 vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan first flew 28 years before the Kawasaki C-2 (1982 vs 2010).

Kawasaki C-2

Japanese mid-size, twin-turbofan military transport aircraft, developed in the early 21st century and entered service in 2016, used for long-range, high-speed tactical and strategic airlift operations.
Kawasaki Aerospace Kawasaki C-2 military transport aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Kawasaki Aerospace
First flight 26 January 2010
Year introduced 2016
Number produced 14 units
Average unit price $74.0 million
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208 Caravan

American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s.
Cessna 208 Caravan military transport aircraft side profile drawing
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
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Kawasaki C-2

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 44.4 m ◉
Height 14.2 m ◉
Length 43.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 920 km/h ◉
Operational range 7,600 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,100 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 141,400 kg ◉
Empty weight 69,000 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 133 kN ◉

208 Caravan

Wing area 26.0 m²
Wingspan 15.9 m ◉
Height 4.3 m ◉
Length 12.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 344 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,980 km ◉
Service ceiling 7,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 3,970 kg ◉
Empty weight 2,073 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 505 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 920 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 576 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher service ceiling at 13,100 meters (42,979 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,400 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 is longer at 43.9 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The Kawasaki C-2 is more expensive at approximately $74 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 32 years before the Kawasaki C-2 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kawasaki C-2 or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 14 units of the Kawasaki C-2.

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