Kawasaki C-2 vs DC-3
Overview
The Kawasaki C-2 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Kawasaki Aerospace and Douglas respectively.
The Kawasaki C-2 reaches 920 km/h — 2.2x the DC-3's 413 km/h. The Kawasaki C-2 has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The Kawasaki C-2 operates at altitudes up to 13,100 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 141,400 kg MTOW, the Kawasaki C-2 is 11:1 the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
The Kawasaki C-2 has been produced in 14 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $74.02M for the Kawasaki C-2 vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 69 years before the Kawasaki C-2 (1941 vs 2010).
| 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. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | $80K |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 920 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 507 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher service ceiling at 13,100 meters (42,979 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,400 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 is longer at 43.9 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The Kawasaki C-2 is more expensive at approximately $74 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 80 years before the Kawasaki C-2 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kawasaki C-2 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 14 units of the Kawasaki C-2.