C-212 Aviocar vs DHC-6 Twin Otter
| 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 |
| Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 May 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 985 units |
| Average unit price | $7 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-6 Twin Otter by De Havilland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a longer range at 1,480 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the C-212 Aviocar at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 8 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 483 units of the C-212 Aviocar.