208 Caravan vs DC-3
The 208 Caravan and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Douglas respectively. Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The 208 Caravan operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 3.3x the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg. The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 41 years before the 208 Caravan (1941 vs 1982).
| American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | $0.1 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 is faster with a maximum speed of 413 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The 208 Caravan is more expensive at approximately $2.1 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 48 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 3,000 units of the 208 Caravan.