C-212 Aviocar vs Nomad
| 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 |
| Australian utility aircraft, renowned for its versatile, multi-purpose usage in civilian and military applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GAF |
| First flight | 23 July 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 172 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 31.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,350 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,855 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,150 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the Nomad's 311 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The Nomad has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the Nomad's 6,400 meters (20,997 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the Nomad's 3,855 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the Nomad's 12.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar entered service first in 1974, 1 years before the Nomad which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or Nomad?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 172 units of the Nomad.