C-212 Aviocar vs Skyvan
| 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 |
| British utility aircraft, prominent during the mid-20th century, extensively utilized for freight, skydiving operations, and military purposes. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Short |
| First flight | 17 January 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 149 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 | 35.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,115 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,858 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,331 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 533 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The C-212 Aviocar is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the Skyvan's 325 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The Skyvan has a longer range at 1,115 km compared to the C-212 Aviocar's 835 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher service ceiling at 7,925 meters (26,000 ft) compared to the Skyvan's 6,858 meters (22,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The C-212 Aviocar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,700 kg compared to the Skyvan's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The C-212 Aviocar is longer at 16.2 meters compared to the Skyvan's 12.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The Skyvan entered service first in 1963, 11 years before the C-212 Aviocar which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-212 Aviocar or Skyvan?
The C-212 Aviocar has been produced in greater numbers with 483 units compared to 149 units of the Skyvan.