C-212 Aviocar vs DHC-5 Buffalo

Overview

The C-212 Aviocar and the DHC-5 Buffalo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and De Havilland Canada respectively.

Top speed is 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar vs 467 km/h for the DHC-5 Buffalo. The C-212 Aviocar has an operational range of 835 km vs 1,100 km for the DHC-5 Buffalo. The DHC-5 Buffalo operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 7,925 m for the C-212 Aviocar. At 22,317 kg MTOW, the DHC-5 Buffalo is 2.9x the C-212 Aviocar's 7,700 kg.

The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in 483 units vs 122 for the DHC-5 Buffalo. Unit cost is $7M for the C-212 Aviocar vs $25M for the DHC-5 Buffalo. The DHC-5 Buffalo first flew 7 years before the C-212 Aviocar (1964 vs 1971).

C-212 Aviocar

Spanish light transport plane, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for surveillance, rescue, and paratrooping missions since the 1970s.
CASA C-212 Aviocar Transport profile drawing
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
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DHC-5 Buffalo

Canadian tactical transport aircraft, primarily utilized during the 1960s, notably deployed for civilian and military air-drop operations.
De Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada
First flight 9 April 1964
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 122 units
Average unit price $25 million
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C-212 Aviocar

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 336 kW â—‰

DHC-5 Buffalo

Wing area 88.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 8.8 m â—‰
Length 24.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 467 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,449 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 22,317 kg â—‰
Empty weight 11,412 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,168 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 370 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,317 kg compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,700 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is longer at 24.0 meters compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 16.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the C-212 Aviocar at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The DHC-5 Buffalo entered service first in 1965, 9 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-5 Buffalo?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 122 units of the DHC-5 Buffalo.

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