Do 228 vs PC-6 Porter
| 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 |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| 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 578 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Do 228 by Ministry of Defence of the Netherlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The Do 228 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the PC-6 Porter's 244 km/h, a difference of 226 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a longer range at 730 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the Do 228's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The Do 228 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the PC-6 Porter's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the PC-6 Porter's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The Do 228 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the PC-6 Porter at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter entered service first in 1960, 22 years before the Do 228 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 228 or PC-6 Porter?
The PC-6 Porter has been produced in greater numbers with 604 units compared to 370 units of the Do 228.