208 Caravan vs F406 Caravan II
The 208 Caravan and the F406 Caravan II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Reims-Cessna respectively. Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 2,135 km for the F406 Caravan II. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 99 for the F406 Caravan II. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $3M for the F406 Caravan II. The 208 Caravan first flew 1 years before the F406 Caravan II (1982 vs 1983).
| 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 |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 187 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is faster with a maximum speed of 423 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 79 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,246 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 1 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or F406 Caravan II?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.