208 Caravan vs PC-6 Porter
| 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 |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter is faster with a maximum speed of 244 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 0 km/h, a difference of 244 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the PC-6 Porter's 730 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the PC-6 Porter's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the PC-6 Porter's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The 208 Caravan is more expensive at approximately $2.1 million per unit compared to the PC-6 Porter at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter entered service first in 1960, 24 years before the 208 Caravan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or PC-6 Porter?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 604 units of the PC-6 Porter.