DC-3 vs F28 Fellowship
The DC-3 and the F28 Fellowship are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Fokker respectively. The F28 Fellowship reaches 848 km/h — 2.1x the DC-3's 413 km/h. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,700 km for the F28 Fellowship. The F28 Fellowship operates at altitudes up to 8,839 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 33,000 kg MTOW, the F28 Fellowship is 2.5x the DC-3's 13,154 kg. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 241 for the F28 Fellowship. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $4M for the F28 Fellowship. The DC-3 first flew 26 years before the F28 Fellowship (1941 vs 1967).
| 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 | $80K |
| Dutch regional jet, operational in the late 20th century, notable for short take-off and landing capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 3 May 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1969 |
| Number produced | 241 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 | 79.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 848 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,839 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,246 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship is faster with a maximum speed of 848 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 435 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the F28 Fellowship's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship has a higher service ceiling at 8,839 meters (28,999 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship is longer at 29.6 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 33 years before the F28 Fellowship which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or F28 Fellowship?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 241 units of the F28 Fellowship.