208 Caravan vs P68
Overview
The 208 Caravan and the P68 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Vulcanair respectively.
Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 322 km/h for the P68. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 2,043 km for the P68. The 208 Caravan operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 5,850 m for the P68.
The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 431 for the P68. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $1.25M for the P68. The P68 first flew 12 years before the 208 Caravan (1970 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 |
| Italian light utility aircraft, known for its international use in aerial surveillance, freight, parachuting, and passenger transport tasks. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Vulcanair |
| First flight | 25 May 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 431 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 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 | 18.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 322 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,043 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,850 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,990 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 75 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan is faster with a maximum speed of 344 km/h compared to the P68's 322 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The P68 has a longer range at 2,043 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the P68's 5,850 meters (19,192 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the P68's 1,990 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the P68's 9.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan is more expensive at approximately $2.1 million per unit compared to the P68 at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The P68 entered service first in 1971, 13 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or P68?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 431 units of the P68.