C-212 Aviocar vs Nomad

The C-212 Aviocar and the Nomad are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and GAF respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar vs 311 km/h for the Nomad. The C-212 Aviocar has an operational range of 835 km vs 1,350 km for the Nomad. The C-212 Aviocar operates at altitudes up to 7,925 m compared to 6,400 m for the Nomad. The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in 483 units vs 172 for the Nomad.

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
Australian utility aircraft, renowned for its versatile, multi-purpose usage in civilian and military applications.
GAF Nomad Transport profile drawing
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—‰
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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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.