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McDonnell Douglas C-54 vs Douglas C-118A

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecMcDonnell Douglas C-54Douglas C-118A
ICAO typeDC4DC6
MTOW33,100 kg48,100 kg
Range2,650 nm4,300 nm
Cruise speed200 kt270 kt
Service ceiling25,000 ft25,000 ft
Max seats80102
Length29 m31 m
Wingspan35 m36 m
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How does the McDonnell Douglas C-54 compare to the Douglas C-118A in range?

The McDonnell Douglas C-54 has a range of 2,650 nm; the Douglas C-118A has a range of 4,300 nm.

How does the McDonnell Douglas C-54 compare to the Douglas C-118A in cruise speed?

The McDonnell Douglas C-54 cruises at 200 kt; the Douglas C-118A cruises at 270 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the McDonnell Douglas C-54 and the Douglas C-118A?

The McDonnell Douglas C-54 has a maximum take-off weight of 33,100 kg, compared with 48,100 kg for the Douglas C-118A.

How many seats do the McDonnell Douglas C-54 and Douglas C-118A have?

The McDonnell Douglas C-54 seats up to 80; the Douglas C-118A seats up to 102.

What ICAO type codes do the McDonnell Douglas C-54 and Douglas C-118A use?

The McDonnell Douglas C-54 is ICAO type DC4; the Douglas C-118A is ICAO type DC6.