DHC-5 Buffalo vs Do 128
The DHC-5 Buffalo and the Do 128 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Dornier respectively. Top speed is 467 km/h for the DHC-5 Buffalo vs 325 km/h for the Do 128. The DHC-5 Buffalo has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 2,950 km for the Do 128. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 9,449 m for the DHC-5 Buffalo. At 22,317 kg MTOW, the DHC-5 Buffalo is 5.8x the Do 128's 3,842 kg. The DHC-5 Buffalo has been produced in 122 units vs 11 for the Do 128. Unit cost is $25M for the DHC-5 Buffalo vs $1M for the Do 128. The DHC-5 Buffalo first flew 16 years before the Do 128 (1964 vs 1980).
| Canadian tactical transport aircraft, primarily utilized during the 1960s, notably deployed for civilian and military air-drop operations. | |
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| 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 |
| German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 4 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 11 units |
| Average unit price | $1 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 â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,317 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,412 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,168 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 29.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,936 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,842 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,348 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 149 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the Do 128's 325 km/h, a difference of 142 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the DHC-5 Buffalo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the DHC-5 Buffalo's 9,449 meters (31,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,317 kg compared to the Do 128's 3,842 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is longer at 24.0 meters compared to the Do 128's 11.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Do 128 at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo entered service first in 1965, 29 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-5 Buffalo or Do 128?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has been produced in greater numbers with 122 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.