Do 228 vs F406 Caravan II
| 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 |
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Reims-Cessna |
| First flight | 22 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 99 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 423 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,246 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,283 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 373 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 F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the F406 Caravan II's 423 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the Do 228's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the F406 Caravan II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 entered service first in 1982, 3 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 228 or F406 Caravan II?
The Do 228 has been produced in greater numbers with 370 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.