Do 328 vs 340 AEW&C
The Do 328 is a Military Transport Aircraft built by Dornier, while the 340 AEW&C is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Saab. Top speed is 620 km/h for the Do 328 vs 522 km/h for the 340 AEW&C. The Do 328 has an operational range of 1,852 km vs 1,300 km for the 340 AEW&C. The Do 328 operates at altitudes up to 9,455 m compared to 7,620 m for the 340 AEW&C. The Do 328 has been produced in 217 units vs 12 for the 340 AEW&C. The Do 328 first flew 3 years before the 340 AEW&C (1991 vs 1994).
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 6 December 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Number produced | 217 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Swedish twin-engine airborne early warning and control platform produced since late 1990s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 40.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 21.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 620 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,852 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,455 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,990 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,920 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 700 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 42.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 522 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,155 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 695 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 is faster with a maximum speed of 620 km/h compared to the 340 AEW&C's 522 km/h, a difference of 98 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 has a longer range at 1,852 km compared to the 340 AEW&C's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 has a higher service ceiling at 9,455 meters (31,020 ft) compared to the 340 AEW&C's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,990 kg compared to the 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 is longer at 21.1 meters compared to the 340 AEW&C's 20.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 entered service first in 1993, 4 years before the 340 AEW&C which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 328 or 340 AEW&C?
The Do 328 has been produced in greater numbers with 217 units compared to 12 units of the 340 AEW&C.