Dornier 228-212 vs Short SC-7 SKYVAN
The Short Skyvan and Dornier Do 228 are STOL twin-turboprops — the Skyvan a boxy cargo/skydive hauler with a huge rear door, the Do 228 a commuter/special-mission aircraft.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 1
- Model years available
- 1996–1996
- For sale now
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 1
- Model years available
- 1968–1968
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Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Dornier 228-212 | Short SC-7 SKYVAN |
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| Price Range | — | — |
| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Cruise Speed | 200 kts (370 km/h) | 150 kts (278 km/h) |
| Range | 560 nm (1,037 km) | 602 nm (1,115 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 14,110 lbs (6,400 kg) | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | 2 x Turbojet |
Which Should You Buy: Dornier 228-212 or Short SC-7 SKYVAN?
Bottom line: Choose the Skyvan for bulky cargo and skydiving (full-width rear door, rough-field); choose the Do 228 for commuter passenger work and special missions. Skyvan = cargo/skydive; Do 228 = commuter/mission.
Pick the 228-212 if…
- Faster cruise — 200 kts vs 150 kts.
Pick the SC-7 SKYVAN if…
- Longer range — 602 nm vs 560 nm.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.