210 Centurion vs DC-3
Overview
The 210 Centurion and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Douglas respectively.
Top speed is 378 km/h for the 210 Centurion vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The 210 Centurion has an operational range of 1,667 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The 210 Centurion operates at altitudes up to 8,230 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 7.3x the 210 Centurion's 1,814 kg.
The 210 Centurion has been produced in 9,240 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3.
| American single-engine six-seat light aircraft, produced from 1957 to 1986, used by several air forces for liaison and light transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 9240 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $80K |
| Wing area | 16.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 378 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,667 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,230 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,814 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,045 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 231 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 is faster with a maximum speed of 413 km/h compared to the 210 Centurion's 378 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the 210 Centurion's 1,667 km.
Which can fly higher, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The 210 Centurion has a higher service ceiling at 8,230 meters (27,001 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the 210 Centurion's 1,814 kg.
Which is larger, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the 210 Centurion's 8.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 21 years before the 210 Centurion which entered service in 1957.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 210 Centurion or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 9,240 units of the 210 Centurion.