DHC-6 Twin Otter vs P750

Overview

The DHC-6 Twin Otter and the P750 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Pacific Aerospace respectively.

Top speed is 315 km/h for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs 315 km/h for the P750. The DHC-6 Twin Otter has an operational range of 1,480 km vs 2,183 km for the P750. The DHC-6 Twin Otter operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 6,096 m for the P750.

The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in 985 units vs 120 for the P750. Unit cost is $7M for the DHC-6 Twin Otter vs $2.2M for the P750. The DHC-6 Twin Otter first flew 36 years before the P750 (1965 vs 2001).

Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities.
De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter Transport profile drawing
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
New Zealand light utility aircraft, notable for its use in air ambulance, skydiving and agricultural roles since the late 2000s.
Pacific Aerospace P750 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Pacific Aerospace
First flight 1 January 2001
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 120 units
Average unit price $2.2 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 24.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.8 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 11.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 315 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,183 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,402 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,633 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 560 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The P750 is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The P750 has a longer range at 2,183 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 1,480 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the P750's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the P750's 3,402 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the P750's 11.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the P750 at $2.2 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 35 years before the P750 which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or P750?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 120 units of the P750.