208 Caravan vs DHC-7 Dash 7
The 208 Caravan and the DHC-7 Dash 7 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and De Havilland Canada respectively. Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 451 km/h for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 1,280 km for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The 208 Caravan operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7. At 19,958 kg MTOW, the DHC-7 Dash 7 is 5.0x the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg. The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 113 for the DHC-7 Dash 7. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DHC-7 Dash 7 first flew 7 years before the 208 Caravan (1975 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 |
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 835 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is faster with a maximum speed of 451 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 107 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,958 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 entered service first in 1978, 6 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.