DHC-5 Buffalo vs DHC-7 Dash 7
| 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 regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 27 March 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 113 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 2,336 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 80.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 835 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is faster with a maximum speed of 467 km/h compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 451 km/h, a difference of 16 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a longer range at 1,280 km compared to the DHC-5 Buffalo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,317 kg compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 19,958 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is longer at 24.0 meters compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 23.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo entered service first in 1965, 13 years before the DHC-7 Dash 7 which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-5 Buffalo or DHC-7 Dash 7?
The DHC-5 Buffalo has been produced in greater numbers with 122 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.