DHC-2 Beaver vs Gannet
The DHC-2 Beaver and the Gannet are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Fairey respectively. Top speed is 254 km/h for the DHC-2 Beaver vs 417 km/h for the Gannet. The DHC-2 Beaver has an operational range of 732 km vs 1,127 km for the Gannet. The Gannet operates at altitudes up to 7,700 m compared to 5,486 m for the DHC-2 Beaver. The DHC-2 Beaver has been produced in 1,657 units vs 303 for the Gannet. Unit cost is $0.4M for the DHC-2 Beaver vs $2M for the Gannet. The DHC-2 Beaver first flew 2 years before the Gannet (1947 vs 1949).
| Canadian utility aircraft, renowned for bush flying since the mid-20th century, widely deployed for civilian and military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 16 August 1947 |
| Year introduced | 1948 |
| Number produced | 1657 units |
| Average unit price | $0.4 million |
| British carrier-borne aircraft, known for its Cold War anti-submarine and airborne early warning services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairey |
| First flight | 19 September 1949 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 303 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 23.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 254 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 732 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 336 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 44.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 417 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,127 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,340 kg |
| Empty weight | 7,421 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,890 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet is faster with a maximum speed of 417 km/h compared to the DHC-2 Beaver's 254 km/h, a difference of 163 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet has a longer range at 1,127 km compared to the DHC-2 Beaver's 732 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet has a higher service ceiling at 7,700 meters (25,262 ft) compared to the DHC-2 Beaver's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,340 kg compared to the DHC-2 Beaver's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet is longer at 13.4 meters compared to the DHC-2 Beaver's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The Gannet is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the DHC-2 Beaver at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The DHC-2 Beaver entered service first in 1948, 5 years before the Gannet which entered service in 1953.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-2 Beaver or Gannet?
The DHC-2 Beaver has been produced in greater numbers with 1,657 units compared to 303 units of the Gannet.