DC-3 vs EMB 110
The DC-3 and the EMB 110 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Embraer respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 459 km/h for the EMB 110. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,964 km for the EMB 110. The DC-3 operates at altitudes up to 7,071 m compared to 6,550 m for the EMB 110. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 2.2x the EMB 110's 5,900 kg. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 503 for the EMB 110. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $2M for the EMB 110. The DC-3 first flew 27 years before the EMB 110 (1941 vs 1968).
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
|
|
| 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 | $0.1 million |
| Brazilian regional airliner, developed in the late 1960s, widely used for regional air service and military transport worldwide. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 26 October 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1973 |
| Number produced | 503 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 91.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 875 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 29.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 459 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,964 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,550 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,590 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The EMB 110 is faster with a maximum speed of 459 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the EMB 110's 1,964 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 has a higher service ceiling at 7,071 meters (23,198 ft) compared to the EMB 110's 6,550 meters (21,489 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the EMB 110's 5,900 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the EMB 110's 15.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The EMB 110 is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 37 years before the EMB 110 which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or EMB 110?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 503 units of the EMB 110.