DHC-5 Buffalo vs DHC-6 Twin Otter
| Canadian tactical transport aircraft, primarily utilized during the 1960s, notably deployed for civilian and military air-drop operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 9 April 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 122 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 May 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 985 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Wing area | 88.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 467 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,317 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,412 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,336 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-6 Twin Otter by De Havilland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 152 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,317 kg compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is longer at 24.0 meters compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-5 Buffalo entered service first in 1965, 1 years before the DHC-6 Twin Otter which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-6 Twin Otter?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 122 units of the DHC-5 Buffalo.