Do 128 vs P68

Overview

The Do 128 and the P68 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dornier and Vulcanair respectively.

Top speed is 325 km/h for the Do 128 vs 322 km/h for the P68. The Do 128 has an operational range of 2,950 km vs 2,043 km for the P68. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 5,850 m for the P68.

The Do 128 has been produced in 11 units vs 431 for the P68. Unit cost is $1M for the Do 128 vs $1.25M for the P68. The P68 first flew 10 years before the Do 128 (1970 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

P68

Italian light utility aircraft, known for its international use in aerial surveillance, freight, parachuting, and passenger transport tasks.
Vulcanair P68 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Vulcanair
First flight 25 May 1970
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 431 units
Average unit price $1.2 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 149 kW â—‰

P68

Wing area 18.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height 3.4 m â—‰
Length 9.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 322 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,043 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,850 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,990 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,230 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 75 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Do 128 or P68?
The Do 128 is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the P68's 322 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 128 or P68?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the P68's 2,043 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 128 or P68?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the P68's 5,850 meters (19,192 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 128 or P68?
The Do 128 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,842 kg compared to the P68's 1,990 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 128 or P68?
The Do 128 is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the P68's 9.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Do 128 or P68?
The P68 is more expensive at approximately $1.2 million per unit compared to the Do 128 at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Do 128 or P68?
The P68 entered service first in 1971, 23 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 128 or P68?
The P68 has been produced in greater numbers with 431 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.