CL-415 Super Scooper vs DHC-6 Twin Otter
| Canadian amphibious aircraft, significant in firefighting operations globally, developed in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Viking Air |
| First flight | 6 December 1993 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 95 units |
| Average unit price | $37 million |
| Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 May 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 985 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Wing area | 100.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 359 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,427 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,481 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,890 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,882 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,775 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of CL-415 Super Scooper by Maarten Visser.
Photo of DHC-6 Twin Otter by De Havilland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The CL-415 Super Scooper is faster with a maximum speed of 359 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The CL-415 Super Scooper has a longer range at 2,427 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the CL-415 Super Scooper's 4,481 meters (14,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The CL-415 Super Scooper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,890 kg compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The CL-415 Super Scooper is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The CL-415 Super Scooper is more expensive at approximately $37 million per unit compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 28 years before the CL-415 Super Scooper which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-415 Super Scooper or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 95 units of the CL-415 Super Scooper.