208 Caravan vs PC-12 Eagle
Overview
The 208 Caravan and the PC-12 Eagle are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Pilatus respectively.
Top speed is 344 km/h for the 208 Caravan vs 528 km/h for the PC-12 Eagle. The 208 Caravan has an operational range of 1,980 km vs 3,417 km for the PC-12 Eagle. The PC-12 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 7,600 m for the 208 Caravan.
The 208 Caravan has been produced in 3,000 units vs 2,000 for the PC-12 Eagle. Unit cost is $2.1M for the 208 Caravan vs $6M for the PC-12 Eagle. The 208 Caravan first flew 9 years before the PC-12 Eagle (1982 vs 1991).
| American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 9 December 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 3000 units |
| Average unit price | $2.1 million |
| Swiss turboprop passenger and cargo aircraft, distinguished by worldwide operational history, notably in charter, regional, and utility roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 31 May 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2000 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.3 m |
| Length | 12.7 m |
| Maximum speed | 344 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,980 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,970 kg |
| Empty weight | 2,073 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 505 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 16.3 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 528 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,417 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 2,810 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 528 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 184 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle has a longer range at 3,417 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the 208 Caravan's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 10 years before the PC-12 Eagle which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or PC-12 Eagle?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 2,000 units of the PC-12 Eagle.