Arava vs Do 128
Overview
The Arava and the Do 128 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by IAI and Dornier respectively.
Top speed is 326 km/h for the Arava vs 325 km/h for the Do 128. The Arava has an operational range of 1,056 km vs 2,950 km for the Do 128. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 7,620 m for the Arava. At 7,711 kg MTOW, the Arava is 2.0x the Do 128's 3,842 kg.
The Arava has been produced in 103 units vs 11 for the Do 128. Unit cost is $1.85M for the Arava vs $1M for the Do 128. The Arava first flew 11 years before the Do 128 (1969 vs 1980).
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 4 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 11 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,056 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 280 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 29.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,936 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,842 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,348 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 149 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava is faster with a maximum speed of 326 km/h compared to the Do 128's 325 km/h, a difference of 1 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Arava or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the Arava's 1,056 km.
Which can fly higher, the Arava or Do 128?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the Arava's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,711 kg compared to the Do 128's 3,842 kg.
Which is larger, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Do 128's 11.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava is more expensive at approximately $1.9 million per unit compared to the Do 128 at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava entered service first in 1972, 22 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Arava or Do 128?
The Arava has been produced in greater numbers with 103 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.