C-212 Aviocar vs 208 Caravan
The C-212 Aviocar and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and Cessna respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar vs 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan. The C-212 Aviocar has an operational range of 835 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The C-212 Aviocar operates at altitudes up to 7,925 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in 483 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $7M for the C-212 Aviocar vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The C-212 Aviocar first flew 11 years before the 208 Caravan (1971 vs 1982).
| Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | 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 671 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-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 26 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The C-212 Aviocar entered service first in 1974, 10 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 483 units of the C-212 Aviocar.