DC-3 vs Metroliner
The DC-3 and the Metroliner are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Fairchild Swearingen respectively. Top speed is 413 km/h for the DC-3 vs 533 km/h for the Metroliner. The DC-3 has an operational range of 2,540 km vs 1,100 km for the Metroliner. The Metroliner operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 13,154 kg MTOW, the DC-3 is 2.1x the Metroliner's 6,350 kg. The DC-3 has been produced in 10,174 units vs 600 for the Metroliner. The DC-3 first flew 28 years before the Metroliner (1941 vs 1969).
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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 |
| American-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 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 |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 522 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner is faster with a maximum speed of 533 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the Metroliner's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The DC-3 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,154 kg compared to the Metroliner's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The DC-3 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the Metroliner's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 36 years before the Metroliner which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DC-3 or Metroliner?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 600 units of the Metroliner.