DHC-3 Otter vs DHC-8 Dash 8
| Canadian utility aircraft, noted for its use in bush flying and rugged environments during the mid-20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 12 December 1951 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 466 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| Canadian turboprop-powered regional airliner, widely adopted globally for short-haul commuter flights throughout the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 June 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 1258 units |
| Average unit price | $27 million |
| Wing area | 35.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 257 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,730 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,629 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,010 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 447 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 54.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 26.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,649 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,787 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.
Photo of DHC-8 Dash 8 by De Havilland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 is faster with a maximum speed of 451 km/h compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 257 km/h, a difference of 194 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 1,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 5,730 meters (18,799 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 15,649 kg compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 3,629 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 is longer at 22.0 meters compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 12.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 is more expensive at approximately $27 million per unit compared to the DHC-3 Otter at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-3 Otter entered service first in 1953, 31 years before the DHC-8 Dash 8 which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-3 Otter or DHC-8 Dash 8?
The DHC-8 Dash 8 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,258 units compared to 466 units of the DHC-3 Otter.