DHC-6 Twin Otter vs F406 Caravan II
| 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 |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| 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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| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 373 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-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II is faster with a maximum speed of 423 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 108 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the F406 Caravan II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 19 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or F406 Caravan II?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.