DC-3 vs DHC-7 Dash 7
Overview
The DC-3 and the DHC-7 Dash 7 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and De Havilland Canada respectively.
Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 451 km/h for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,280 km for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DC-3 operates at altitudes up to 7,071 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7.
The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 113 for the DHC-7 Dash 7. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DC-3 first flew 34 years before the DHC-7 Dash 7 (1941 vs 1975).
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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 |
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 209 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is faster with a maximum speed of 451 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 38 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DC-3 has a higher service ceiling at 7,071 meters (23,198 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,958 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 42 years before the DHC-7 Dash 7 which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.