DHC-7 Dash 7 vs Do 328
The DHC-7 Dash 7 and the Do 328 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Dornier respectively. Top speed is 451 km/h for the DHC-7 Dash 7 vs 620 km/h for the Do 328. The DHC-7 Dash 7 has an operational range of 1,280 km vs 1,852 km for the Do 328. The Do 328 operates at altitudes up to 9,455 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DHC-7 Dash 7 has been produced in 113 units vs 217 for the Do 328. Unit cost is $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7 vs $12M for the Do 328. The DHC-7 Dash 7 first flew 16 years before the Do 328 (1975 vs 1991).
| Canadian regional airliner, dominant in the 1980s, known for its STOL capabilities and extensive usage in challenging terrains. | |
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| 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 |
| German regional jet and turboprop airliner, prominent in the 1990s, extensively utilized for commercial and military transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 6 December 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Number produced | 217 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| 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 209 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 40.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 620 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,852 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,455 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,990 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,920 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 700 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The Do 328 is faster with a maximum speed of 620 km/h compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 451 km/h, a difference of 169 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The Do 328 has a longer range at 1,852 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The Do 328 has a higher service ceiling at 9,455 meters (31,020 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,958 kg compared to the Do 328's 13,990 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the Do 328's 21.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Do 328 at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 entered service first in 1978, 15 years before the Do 328 which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Do 328?
The Do 328 has been produced in greater numbers with 217 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.