C-212 Aviocar vs F406 Caravan II
The C-212 Aviocar and the F406 Caravan II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and Reims-Cessna respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar vs 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II. The C-212 Aviocar has an operational range of 835 km vs 2,135 km for the F406 Caravan II. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,925 m for the C-212 Aviocar. The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in 483 units vs 99 for the F406 Caravan II. Unit cost is $7M for the C-212 Aviocar vs $3M for the F406 Caravan II. The C-212 Aviocar first flew 12 years before the F406 Caravan II (1971 vs 1983).
| 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 |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 373 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is faster with a maximum speed of 423 km/h compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 370 km/h, a difference of 53 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The C-212 Aviocar is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the F406 Caravan II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The C-212 Aviocar entered service first in 1974, 11 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or F406 Caravan II?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.