Cessna 402 vs DC-3
Overview
The Cessna 402 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Douglas respectively.
Top speed is 426 km/h for the Cessna 402 vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The Cessna 402 has an operational range of 2,358 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The Cessna 402 operates at altitudes up to 8,199 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 4.2x the Cessna 402's 3,107 kg.
The Cessna 402 has been produced in 2 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $0.36M for the Cessna 402 vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 24 years before the Cessna 402 (1941 vs 1965).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 26 August 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $360K |
| 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 | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 426 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,358 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,199 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,107 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,846 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 121 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 Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The Cessna 402 is faster with a maximum speed of 426 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 13 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the Cessna 402's 2,358 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The Cessna 402 has a higher service ceiling at 8,199 meters (26,899 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the Cessna 402's 3,107 kg.
Which is larger, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the Cessna 402's 11.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The Cessna 402 is more expensive at approximately $0.4 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 31 years before the Cessna 402 which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cessna 402 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 2 units of the Cessna 402.