C-212 Aviocar vs PC-6 Porter
| 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 |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 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 | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the PC-6 Porter's 244 km/h, a difference of 126 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The C-212 Aviocar has a longer range at 835 km compared to the PC-6 Porter's 730 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 7,925 meters (26,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the PC-6 Porter's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the PC-6 Porter's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The C-212 Aviocar is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the PC-6 Porter at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter entered service first in 1960, 14 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has been produced in greater numbers with 604 units compared to 483 units of the C-212 Aviocar.