DHC-3 Otter vs P180 Avanti
| 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 |
| Italian turboprop business aircraft, renowned for its unusual design, extensively utilized for executive transport since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piaggio |
| First flight | 26 September 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 246 units |
| Average unit price | $7.7 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 | 16.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 732 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,489 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,402 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 634 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti is faster with a maximum speed of 732 km/h compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 257 km/h, a difference of 475 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti has a longer range at 2,800 km compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 1,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 5,730 meters (18,799 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,489 kg compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 3,629 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 12.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti is more expensive at approximately $7.7 million per unit compared to the DHC-3 Otter at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The DHC-3 Otter entered service first in 1953, 37 years before the P180 Avanti which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-3 Otter or P180 Avanti?
The DHC-3 Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 466 units compared to 246 units of the P180 Avanti.