DC-3 vs F27 Friendship
The DC-3 and the F27 Friendship are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Fokker respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 509 km/h for the F27 Friendship. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 2,600 km for the F27 Friendship. The F27 Friendship operates at altitudes up to 8,992 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 586 for the F27 Friendship. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $3.5M for the F27 Friendship. The DC-3 first flew 14 years before the F27 Friendship (1941 vs 1955).
| American commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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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 | $0.1 million |
| Dutch passenger aircraft, utilized globally throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, notable for military and commercial operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 24 November 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 586 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 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 | 70.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 509 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,992 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,410 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,148 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,529 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship is faster with a maximum speed of 509 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 96 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has a longer range at 2,600 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has a higher service ceiling at 8,992 meters (29,501 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,410 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The F27 Friendship is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 22 years before the F27 Friendship which entered service in 1958.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or F27 Friendship?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 586 units of the F27 Friendship.