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Diamond DA62 vs P-8 Poseidon

Overview

The Diamond DA62 and the P-8 Poseidon are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Diamond and Boeing respectively.

The P-8 Poseidon reaches 907 km/h — 2.4x the Diamond DA62's 372 km/h. The Diamond DA62 has an operational range of 2,380 km vs 2,225 km for the P-8 Poseidon. The P-8 Poseidon operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 6,069 m for the Diamond DA62. At 85,820 kg MTOW, the P-8 Poseidon is 37:1 the Diamond DA62's 2,300 kg.

The Diamond DA62 has been produced in 120 units vs 187 for the P-8 Poseidon. Unit cost is $1.9M for the Diamond DA62 vs $150M for the P-8 Poseidon. The P-8 Poseidon first flew 3 years before the Diamond DA62 (2009 vs 2012).

Diamond DA62

Austrian twin-engine, civil utility aircraft, used worldwide for light transport and aerial surveys in the 21st century.
Diamond DA62 military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇦🇹 Austria
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Diamond
First flight 1 April 2012
Year introduced 2015
Number produced 120 units
Average unit price $1.9 million
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P-8 Poseidon

American maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, used for anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
Boeing P-8 Poseidon military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 25 April 2009
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 187 units
Average unit price $150 million
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Diamond DA62

Wing area 17.1 m²
Wingspan 14.6 m ◉
Height 2.8 m ◉
Length 9.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 372 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,380 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,069 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,300 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,590 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 66 kW ◉

P-8 Poseidon

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 37.6 m ◉
Height 12.8 m ◉
Length 39.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 907 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,225 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,500 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 85,820 kg ◉
Empty weight 62,730 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 61 kN ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon is faster with a maximum speed of 907 km/h compared to the Diamond DA62's 372 km/h, a difference of 535 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The Diamond DA62 has a longer range at 2,380 km compared to the P-8 Poseidon's 2,225 km.
Which can fly higher, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Diamond DA62's 6,069 meters (19,911 ft).
Which is heavier, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 85,820 kg compared to the Diamond DA62's 2,300 kg.
Which is larger, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon is longer at 39.5 meters compared to the Diamond DA62's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the Diamond DA62 at $1.9 million.
Which entered service first, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon entered service first in 2013, 2 years before the Diamond DA62 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Diamond DA62 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon has been produced in greater numbers with 187 units compared to 120 units of the Diamond DA62.

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