C-5 Galaxy vs DC-3
Overview
The C-5 Galaxy and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Douglas respectively.
The C-5 Galaxy reaches 932 km/h — 2.3x the DC-3's 413 km/h. The C-5 Galaxy has an operational range of 8,900 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The C-5 Galaxy operates at altitudes up to 10,600 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 381,017 kg MTOW, the C-5 Galaxy is 29:1 the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
The C-5 Galaxy has been produced in 131 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $168M for the C-5 Galaxy vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 27 years before the C-5 Galaxy (1941 vs 1968).
| American strategic airlifter, predominantly used during late Cold War, Desert Storm, and Iraq War for massive cargo transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 30 June 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 131 units |
| Average unit price | $168 million |
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $80K |
| Wing area | 576.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 67.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 19.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 75.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 932 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 8,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 381,017 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 172,365 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,919 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy is faster with a maximum speed of 932 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 519 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy has a longer range at 8,900 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy has a higher service ceiling at 10,600 meters (34,776 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 381,017 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy is longer at 75.3 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The C-5 Galaxy is more expensive at approximately $168 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 35 years before the C-5 Galaxy which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-5 Galaxy or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 131 units of the C-5 Galaxy.