DHC-6 Twin Otter vs Do 228
The DHC-6 Twin Otter and the Do 228 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Dornier respectively. Top speed is 315 km/h for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs 470 km/h for the Do 228. The DHC-6 Twin Otter has an operational range of 1,480 km vs 396 km for the Do 228. The Do 228 operates at altitudes up to 8,534 m compared to 7,620 m for the DHC-6 Twin Otter. The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in 985 units vs 370 for the Do 228. Unit cost is $7M for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs $8M for the Do 228. The DHC-6 Twin Otter first flew 16 years before the Do 228 (1965 vs 1981).
| Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 20 May 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 985 units |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| German utility-transport aircraft, mainly used for regional air services and maritime surveillance since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 28 March 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 370 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Wing area | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 32.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 396 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,739 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 289 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The Do 228 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 155 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a longer range at 1,480 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The Do 228 has a higher service ceiling at 8,534 meters (27,998 ft) compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The Do 228 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The Do 228 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 16 years before the Do 228 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Do 228?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 370 units of the Do 228.