Do 128 vs PA-31 Navajo
Overview
The Do 128 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dornier and Piper respectively.
Top speed is 325 km/h for the Do 128 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The Do 128 has an operational range of 2,950 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The Do 128 operates at altitudes up to 9,936 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo.
The Do 128 has been produced in 11 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 16 years before the Do 128 (1964 vs 1980).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 29.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,950 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,936 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,842 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,348 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 149 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 116 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo is faster with a maximum speed of 420 km/h compared to the Do 128's 325 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Do 128 has a longer range at 2,950 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Do 128 has a higher service ceiling at 9,936 meters (32,598 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Do 128 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,842 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Do 128 is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the Do 128 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 128 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 11 units of the Do 128.