208 Caravan vs DHC-7 Dash 7

Overview

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).

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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DHC-7 Dash 7

Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains.
De Havilland Canada DHC-7 Dash 7 Transport profile drawing
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
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208 Caravan

Wing area 26.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.9 m ◉
Height 4.3 m ◉
Length 12.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 344 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,980 km ◉
Service ceiling 7,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 3,970 kg ◉
Empty weight 2,073 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 505 kW ◉

DHC-7 Dash 7

Wing area 80.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.0 m ◉
Height 8.0 m ◉
Length 23.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 451 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,280 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,401 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 19,958 kg ◉
Empty weight 12,542 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 209 kW ◉

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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.

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