208 Caravan vs Metroliner
The 208 Caravan and the Metroliner are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Fairchild Swearingen respectively. Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 533 km/h for the Metroliner. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 1,100 km for the Metroliner. The Metroliner operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 600 for the Metroliner. The Metroliner first flew 13 years before the 208 Caravan (1969 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-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 1 x 505 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 522 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The Metroliner is faster with a maximum speed of 533 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 189 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the Metroliner's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the 208 Caravan's 3,970 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The Metroliner is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The Metroliner entered service first in 1972, 12 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or Metroliner?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 600 units of the Metroliner.