F406 Caravan II vs G.222
The F406 Caravan II and the G.222 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Reims-Cessna and Alenia Aeronautica respectively. Top speed is 423 km/h for the F406 Caravan II vs 540 km/h for the G.222. The F406 Caravan II has an operational range of 2,135 km vs 1,371 km for the G.222. The F406 Caravan II operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,620 m for the G.222. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the G.222 is 6.6x the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg. The F406 Caravan II has been produced in 99 units vs 111 for the G.222. The G.222 first flew 13 years before the F406 Caravan II (1970 vs 1983).
| French civilian utility aircraft, operational since the 1980s, frequently used for surveillance, cargo transport, and passenger services. | |
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| 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 |
| Italian tactical military transporter, produced during the Cold War, notably employed by NATO and UN peacekeeping missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Alenia Aeronautica |
| First flight | 18 July 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 111 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 187 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 82.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,371 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,400 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,251 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The G.222 is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the F406 Caravan II's 423 km/h, a difference of 117 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The F406 Caravan II has a longer range at 2,135 km compared to the G.222's 1,371 km.
Which can fly higher, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The F406 Caravan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the G.222's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The G.222 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the F406 Caravan II's 4,246 kg.
Which is larger, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The G.222 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the F406 Caravan II's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The G.222 entered service first in 1978, 7 years before the F406 Caravan II which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F406 Caravan II or G.222?
The G.222 has been produced in greater numbers with 111 units compared to 99 units of the F406 Caravan II.