500 Citation I vs DC-3
Overview
The 500 Citation I and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Douglas respectively.
Top speed is 665 km/h for the 500 Citation I vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The 500 Citation I has an operational range of 2,459 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The 500 Citation I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 2.4x the 500 Citation I's 5,375 kg.
The 500 Citation I has been produced in 689 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $0.9M for the 500 Citation I vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 28 years before the 500 Citation I (1941 vs 1969).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 15 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 689 units |
| Average unit price | $900K |
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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 | 25.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 665 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,459 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,375 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,008 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 499 kgf ◉ |
| 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 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The 500 Citation I is faster with a maximum speed of 665 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 252 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the 500 Citation I's 2,459 km.
Which can fly higher, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The 500 Citation I has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the 500 Citation I's 5,375 kg.
Which is larger, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the 500 Citation I's 13.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The 500 Citation I is more expensive at approximately $0.9 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 35 years before the 500 Citation I which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 500 Citation I or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 689 units of the 500 Citation I.