DC-3 vs Jetstream 31
The DC-3 and the Jetstream 31 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and British Aerospace respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,260 km for the Jetstream 31. The Jetstream 31 operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 386 for the Jetstream 31. Unit cost is $0.08M for the DC-3 vs $8M for the Jetstream 31. The DC-3 first flew 39 years before the Jetstream 31 (1941 vs 1980).
| 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 |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 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 | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 336 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is faster with a maximum speed of 487 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 46 years before the Jetstream 31 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or Jetstream 31?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 386 units of the Jetstream 31.