DC-3 vs Il-112
The DC-3 and the Il-112 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Ilyushin respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 580 km/h for the Il-112. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,700 km for the Il-112. The Il-112 operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 3 for the Il-112. The DC-3 first flew 78 years before the Il-112 (1941 vs 2019).
| 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 |
| Russian light military transport, operational in the 21st century, mainly deployed in domestic and regional transportation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 30 March 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 65.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 27.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 580 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,305 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The Il-112 is faster with a maximum speed of 580 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 167 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the Il-112's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The Il-112 has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The Il-112 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 21,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The Il-112 is longer at 24.1 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 87 years before the Il-112 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or Il-112?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 3 units of the Il-112.