C-212 Aviocar vs PA-31 Navajo
The C-212 Aviocar and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by CASA and Piper respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the C-212 Aviocar vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The C-212 Aviocar has an operational range of 835 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 7,925 m for the C-212 Aviocar. At 7,700 kg MTOW, the C-212 Aviocar is 2.6x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in 483 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 7 years before the C-212 Aviocar (1964 vs 1971).
| 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 |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 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 | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo is faster with a maximum speed of 420 km/h compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 370 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 7 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 483 units of the C-212 Aviocar.