C-27J Spartan vs 208 Caravan

Overview

The C-27J Spartan and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Leonardo and Cessna respectively.

Top speed is 602 km/h for the C-27J Spartan vs 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan. The C-27J Spartan has an operational range of 1,759 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The C-27J Spartan operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 32,500 kg MTOW, the C-27J Spartan is 8.2x the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.

The C-27J Spartan has been produced in 117 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $31.7M for the C-27J Spartan vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan first flew 17 years before the C-27J Spartan (1982 vs 1999).

C-27J Spartan

Italian military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, used globally for tactical airlift and specialized missions.
Leonardo C-27J Spartan Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Leonardo
First flight 24 September 1999
Year introduced 2006
Number produced 117 units
Average unit price $31.7 million
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208 Caravan

American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s.
Cessna 208 Caravan Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 9 December 1982
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 3000 units
Average unit price $2.1 million
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C-27J Spartan

Wing area 82.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.7 m â—‰
Height 9.6 m â—‰
Length 22.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 602 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,759 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 32,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 17,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,729 kW â—‰

208 Caravan

Wing area 26.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.9 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 344 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,980 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,970 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,073 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 505 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The C-27J Spartan is faster with a maximum speed of 602 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 258 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the C-27J Spartan's 1,759 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 32,500 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The C-27J Spartan is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The C-27J Spartan is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 22 years before the C-27J Spartan which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-27J Spartan or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 117 units of the C-27J Spartan.

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