DHC-3 Otter vs YS-11
| 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 |
| Japanese turboprop airliner from the 1960s, deployed primarily in short-haul flights, and regionally used by various countries. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | NAMC |
| First flight | 30 August 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 182 units |
| Average unit price | $2.3 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 | 94.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,980 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,259 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.
Photo of YS-11 by Toshi Aoki.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 257 km/h, a difference of 213 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a longer range at 2,110 km compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 1,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a higher service ceiling at 6,980 meters (22,900 ft) compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 5,730 meters (18,799 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 3,629 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the DHC-3 Otter's 12.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The YS-11 is more expensive at approximately $2.2 million per unit compared to the DHC-3 Otter at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The DHC-3 Otter entered service first in 1953, 12 years before the YS-11 which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-3 Otter or YS-11?
The DHC-3 Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 466 units compared to 182 units of the YS-11.