DC-3 vs F406 Caravan II
The DC-3 and the F406 Caravan II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Reims-Cessna respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 2,135 km for the F406 Caravan II. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 3.1x the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 99 for the F406 Caravan II. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $3M for the F406 Caravan II. The DC-3 first flew 42 years before the F406 Caravan II (1941 vs 1983).
| 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 |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 292 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 187 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is faster with a maximum speed of 423 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the F406 Caravan II's 2,135 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 49 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or F406 Caravan II?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.