Do 128 vs L-410

The Do 128 and the L-410 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dornier and Let respectively. Top speed is 325 km/h for the Do 128 vs 365 km/h for the L-410. The Do 128 has an operational range of 2,950 km vs 1,500 km for the L-410. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 7,000 m for the L-410. The Do 128 has been produced in 11 units vs 1,200 for the L-410. The L-410 first flew 11 years before the Do 128 (1969 vs 1980).

German utility aircraft, employed mainly for environmental research and maritime patrol during the late 20th century.
Dornier Do 128 Transport profile drawing
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
Czech twin-engine short-range transport aircraft, deployed internationally since the 70s, used in both civil and military operations.
Let L-410 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Let
First flight 16 April 1969
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1200 units
Average unit price $-- million
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 298 kW â—‰
Wing area 35.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.5 m â—‰
Height 5.8 m â—‰
Length 14.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 365 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 575 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Do 128 or L-410?
The L-410 is faster with a maximum speed of 365 km/h compared to the Do 128's 325 km/h, a difference of 40 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 128 or L-410?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the L-410's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 128 or L-410?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the L-410's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 128 or L-410?
The L-410 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,800 kg compared to the Do 128's 3,842 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 128 or L-410?
The L-410 is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the Do 128's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Do 128 or L-410?
The L-410 entered service first in 1970, 24 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 128 or L-410?
The L-410 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,200 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.