441 Conquest II vs Do 228
Overview
The 441 Conquest II and the Do 228 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Dornier respectively.
Top speed is 547 km/h for the 441 Conquest II vs 470 km/h for the Do 228. The 441 Conquest II has an operational range of 4,064 km vs 396 km for the Do 228. The 441 Conquest II operates at altitudes up to 10,668 m compared to 8,534 m for the Do 228.
The 441 Conquest II has been produced in 362 units vs 370 for the Do 228. Unit cost is $1.2M for the 441 Conquest II vs $8M for the Do 228. The 441 Conquest II first flew 6 years before the Do 228 (1975 vs 1981).
| American turboprop aircraft, known for general aviation use and commercial services, with comprehensive operational history since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 26 August 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 362 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
| German utility-transport aircraft, mainly used for regional air services and maritime surveillance since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 28 March 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 370 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Wing area | 23.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 547 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,064 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,668 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,468 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,577 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 237 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 32.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 396 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,739 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 289 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The 441 Conquest II is faster with a maximum speed of 547 km/h compared to the Do 228's 470 km/h, a difference of 77 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The 441 Conquest II has a longer range at 4,064 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The 441 Conquest II has a higher service ceiling at 10,668 meters (35,000 ft) compared to the Do 228's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The Do 228 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the 441 Conquest II's 4,468 kg.
Which is larger, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the 441 Conquest II's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The Do 228 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the 441 Conquest II at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The 441 Conquest II entered service first in 1977, 5 years before the Do 228 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 441 Conquest II or Do 228?
The Do 228 has been produced in greater numbers with 370 units compared to 362 units of the 441 Conquest II.