C-27J Spartan vs DHC-4 Caribou
Overview
The C-27J Spartan and the DHC-4 Caribou are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Leonardo and de Havilland Canada respectively.
Top speed is 602 km/h for the C-27J Spartan vs 346 km/h for the DHC-4 Caribou. The C-27J Spartan has an operational range of 1,759 km vs 2,104 km for the DHC-4 Caribou. The C-27J Spartan operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,600 m for the DHC-4 Caribou. At 32,500 kg MTOW, the C-27J Spartan is 2.5x the DHC-4 Caribou's 12,927 kg.
The C-27J Spartan has been produced in 117 units vs 307 for the DHC-4 Caribou. The DHC-4 Caribou first flew 41 years before the C-27J Spartan (1958 vs 1999).
| Italian military transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, used globally for tactical airlift and specialized missions. | |
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| 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 |
| Canadian twin-engine short takeoff and landing (STOL) tactical transport aircraft, developed in the late 1950s and widely operated for military cargo and rugged bush operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | de Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 30 July 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 307 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 84.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 346 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,104 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,927 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 540 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The C-27J Spartan is faster with a maximum speed of 602 km/h compared to the DHC-4 Caribou's 346 km/h, a difference of 256 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou has a longer range at 2,104 km compared to the C-27J Spartan's 1,759 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the DHC-4 Caribou's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The C-27J Spartan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 32,500 kg compared to the DHC-4 Caribou's 12,927 kg.
Which is larger, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The C-27J Spartan is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the DHC-4 Caribou's 22.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou entered service first in 1961, 45 years before the C-27J Spartan which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-27J Spartan or DHC-4 Caribou?
The DHC-4 Caribou has been produced in greater numbers with 307 units compared to 117 units of the C-27J Spartan.