DHC-6 Twin Otter vs Y-12
| Canadian utility aircraft, vital in civil and military operations worldwide since the 1960s, famous for its STOL capabilities. | |
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| 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 |
| Chinese twin-engine light utility aircraft, recognized from its 1980s development, frequently used for passenger and cargo transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 14 July 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 71 units |
| Average unit price | $5 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 | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 34.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 328 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,340 km |
| Service ceiling | 7,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,840 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-6 Twin Otter by De Havilland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The Y-12 is faster with a maximum speed of 328 km/h compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 315 km/h, a difference of 13 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The Y-12 has a longer range at 1,340 km compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Y-12's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Y-12's 5,300 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The Y-12 is longer at 18.9 meters compared to the DHC-6 Twin Otter's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the Y-12 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter entered service first in 1966, 19 years before the Y-12 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-6 Twin Otter or Y-12?
The DHC-6 Twin Otter has been produced in greater numbers with 985 units compared to 71 units of the Y-12.