DHC-7 Dash 7 vs Kodiak
The DHC-7 Dash 7 and the Kodiak are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Quest respectively. Top speed is 451 km/h for the DHC-7 Dash 7 vs 339 km/h for the Kodiak. The DHC-7 Dash 7 has an operational range of 1,280 km vs 2,096 km for the Kodiak. The Kodiak operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 6,401 m for the DHC-7 Dash 7. The DHC-7 Dash 7 has been produced in 113 units vs 300 for the Kodiak. Unit cost is $15M for the DHC-7 Dash 7 vs $3M for the Kodiak. The DHC-7 Dash 7 first flew 29 years before the Kodiak (1975 vs 2004).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | 80.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 28.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.0 m |
| Length | 23.6 m |
| Maximum speed | 451 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,280 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,401 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,958 kg |
| Empty weight | 12,542 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 209 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 13.7 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 339 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,096 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 1,710 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is faster with a maximum speed of 451 km/h compared to the Kodiak's 339 km/h, a difference of 112 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has a longer range at 2,096 km compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the DHC-7 Dash 7's 6,401 meters (21,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,958 kg compared to the Kodiak's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is longer at 23.6 meters compared to the Kodiak's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Kodiak at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The DHC-7 Dash 7 entered service first in 1978, 30 years before the Kodiak which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-7 Dash 7 or Kodiak?
The Kodiak has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 113 units of the DHC-7 Dash 7.