Cessna 210 vs De Havilland DHC-2
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 210
No active listings right now.
De Havilland DHC-2
- For sale now
- 8
- Median asking
- $452,500
- Range
- $347,000–$778,250
- Model years available
- 1951–1958
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Cessna 210 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 IO-470 (260hp) | 1960–1963 | IO-470-E | 2900 | 160 | 700 | 29 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 48 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 58 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 56 |
De Havilland DHC-2 — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
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Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Cessna 210 | De Havilland DHC-2 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 819 | 147 |
| Serious | 64 | 10 |
| Fatal | 192 | 35 |
| Fatalities | 413 | 112 |
| % Fatal | 23% | 24% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 210 | De Havilland DHC-2 |
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| Price Range | $65,000 – $356,120 | $347,000 – $778,250 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 260–325 HP | 450 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) | 124 kts (230 km/h) |
| Range | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 455 nm (843 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) | 5,100 lbs (2,313 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | 2,100 lbs (953 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.0 gal (341 L) | 95.0 gal (360 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 24.0 GPH (91 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 1,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $35,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $175 | $250 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 210
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
De Havilland DHC-2
Fuel$132/hr
Variable$250/hr
Annual Fixed$35,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$85,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 210 or De Havilland DHC-2?
Pick the 210 if…
- Budget matters — from $65,000 vs $347,000, you save ~$282,000.
- Lower operating cost — ~$175/hr vs $250/hr.
- Faster cruise — 160 kts vs 124 kts.
- Longer range — 700 nm vs 455 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1960 vs 1948.
- More inventory — 28 listings vs 8.
Pick the DHC-2 if…
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna 210 or De Havilland DHC-2?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
The DHC-2 cruises at 124 kts with 455 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 210: from $159,000.
De Havilland DHC-2: from $495,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 210 and De Havilland DHC-2?
210 engine: CONTINENTAL IO-470-E (260 hp).
DHC-2 engine: Pratt & Whitney R-985 (450 hp).
Cruise: 160 vs 124 kts.
Range: 700 vs 455 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210: about $175/hr variable cost.
DHC-2: about $250/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
210: 6 seats / 1,310 lb useful load.
DHC-2: 6 seats / 2,100 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
210: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
DHC-2: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$50,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data