DHC-6 Twin Otter vs Kodiak

Overview

The DHC-6 Twin Otter and the Kodiak are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Quest respectively.

Top speed is 315 km/h for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs 339 km/h for the Kodiak. The DHC-6 Twin Otter has an operational range of 1,480 km vs 2,096 km for the Kodiak. The DHC-6 Twin Otter operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the Kodiak.

The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in 985 units vs 300 for the Kodiak. Unit cost is $7M for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs $3M for the Kodiak. The DHC-6 Twin Otter first flew 39 years before the Kodiak (1965 vs 2004).

Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities.
De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ 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
American utility aircraft, prominently deployed for humanitarian services, regional airlines and luxury private transport, conceived in the late 20th century.
Quest Kodiak Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Quest
First flight 16 October 2004
Year introduced 2008
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $3 million
Wing area 39.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Height 6.0 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,480 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg
Empty weight 3,175 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 205 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 13.7 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 339 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,096 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 1,710 kg β—‰
Total thrust 0 β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The Kodiak is faster with a maximum speed of 339 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has a longer range at 2,096 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 1,480 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Kodiak's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the Kodiak's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the Kodiak at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 42 years before the Kodiak which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Kodiak?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 300 units of the Kodiak.