208 Caravan vs Do 128
The 208 Caravan and the Do 128 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Dornier respectively. Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 325 km/h for the Do 128. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 2,950 km for the Do 128. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 11 for the Do 128. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $1M for the Do 128. The Do 128 first flew 2 years before the 208 Caravan (1980 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 |
| German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 4 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 11 units |
| Average unit price | $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 | 29.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,936 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,842 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,348 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 298 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan is faster with a maximum speed of 344 km/h compared to the Do 128's 325 km/h, a difference of 19 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the Do 128's 3,842 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Do 128's 11.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan is more expensive at approximately $2.1 million per unit compared to the Do 128 at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 10 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or Do 128?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.