Overview
Also known as the Q400, the Dash 8-400 is a high-speed turboprop that cruises at over 650 km/h, close to regional-jet block times on short routes, with a quiet cabin thanks to active noise suppression.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 32.80 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.40 m |
| Height | 8.30 m |
| Wing area | 63.1 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 17,819 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 30,481 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 6,526 L |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 667 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range | 2,040 km |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 78 |
| Seats (max.) | 90 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A |
| Power (each) | 3,781 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Rosedale7175 from Norwich, UK / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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