C-295 Persuader vs 208 Caravan

Overview

The C-295 Persuader and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Cessna respectively.

Top speed is 576 km/h for the C-295 Persuader vs 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan. The C-295 Persuader has an operational range of 5,750 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The C-295 Persuader operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. At 23,200 kg MTOW, the C-295 Persuader is 5.8x the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.

The C-295 Persuader has been produced in 209 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $78M for the C-295 Persuader vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan first flew 15 years before the C-295 Persuader (1982 vs 1997).

C-295 Persuader

Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
Airbus C-295 Persuader Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 28 November 1997
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 209 units
Average unit price $78 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-295 Persuader

Wing area 59.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 25.8 m â—‰
Height 8.6 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 576 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,250 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 986 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-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 232 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader has a longer range at 5,750 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,200 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The C-295 Persuader is more expensive at approximately $78 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 17 years before the C-295 Persuader which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 209 units of the C-295 Persuader.

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