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.
De Havilland Canada DHC-7 Dash 7 Transport profile drawing
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.
Dornier Do 328 Transport profile drawing
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.