OVERVIEW
With over 2,500 units built, the Cessna Caravan continues to broaden its foothold across several key markets - both military and civilian.
With over 2,500 units built, the Cessna Caravan continues to broaden its foothold across several key markets - both military and civilian.
YEAR: 1984
STATUS: Active, In-Service
MANUFACTURER(S): Cessna Aircraft Company / Textron Aviation - USA
PRODUCTION: 2,500
OPERATORS: Afghanistan; Argentina; Bahamas; Bangladesh; Brazil; Cameroon; Chad; Chile; Colombia; Djibouti; Guatemala; Honduras; Iraq; Jordan; Lebanon; Kenya; Mauritania; Niger; Pakistan; Panama; Paraguay; Peru; Philippines; South Africa; Uganda; United Arab Emirates; Untied States; Venezuela; Yemen
SPECIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Cessna Model 208 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Cessna Model 208 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 1
LENGTH: 37.57 feet (11.45 meters)
WIDTH: 52.10 feet (15.88 meters)
HEIGHT: 14.93 feet (4.55 meters)
WEIGHT (EMPTY): 4,729 pounds (2,145 kilograms)
WEIGHT (MTOW): 8,003 pounds (3,630 kilograms)
ENGINE: 1 x Pratt & Whitney PT6A-114A turboprop engine developing 675 horsepower driving a three-bladed propeller unit at the nose.
SPEED (MAX): 214 miles-per-hour (345 kilometers-per-hour; 186 knots)
RANGE: 1,243 miles (2,000 kilometers; 1,080 nautical miles)
CEILING: 24,934 feet (7,600 meters; 4.72 miles)
RATE-OF-CLIMB: 1,234 feet-per-minute (376 meters-per-minute)
ARMAMENT
None.
None.
VARIANTS
Series Model Variants
• Model 208 "Caravan" - Base Series Designation
• Model 208 Caravan 675
• Model 208A "Cargomaster"
• Model 208B "Grand Caravan"
• Model 208B "Grand Caravan EX"
• Model 208B "Super Cargomaster"
• "Caravan Amphibian"
• Soloy Pathfinder 21
• Model 850 "Caravan"
• Model 950 "Grand Caravan"
• "Blackhawk Caravan"
• "Supervan 900"
• XP42A (Upgrade)
• U-27A
• C-16
• C-98
• AC-208 "Combat Caravan"
Series Model Variants
• Model 208 "Caravan" - Base Series Designation
• Model 208 Caravan 675
• Model 208A "Cargomaster"
• Model 208B "Grand Caravan"
• Model 208B "Grand Caravan EX"
• Model 208B "Super Cargomaster"
• "Caravan Amphibian"
• Soloy Pathfinder 21
• Model 850 "Caravan"
• Model 950 "Grand Caravan"
• "Blackhawk Caravan"
• "Supervan 900"
• XP42A (Upgrade)
• U-27A
• C-16
• C-98
• AC-208 "Combat Caravan"
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Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed Rating
Hi: 300mph
Lo: 150mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (214mph).
Graph average of 225 miles-per-hour.
City-to-City Ranges
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Graph showcases the Cessna Model 208's operational range (on internal fuel) when compared to distances between major cities.
Aviation Era
Useful in showcasing the era cross-over of particular aircraft/aerospace designs.
Unit Production Comparison
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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