Dornier 228-212 vs Let L-410 UVP-E20
The Dornier Do 228 and Let L-410 are ~19-seat STOL commuter twin-turboprops — both rugged short-field regional/utility workhorses.
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
- 5
- Source marketplaces
- 1
- Model years available
- 1985–2022
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Dornier 228-212 | LET L-410 UVP-E20 |
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| Price Range | — | — |
| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | — |
| Cruise Speed | 200 kts (370 km/h) | 219 kts (406 km/h) |
| Range | 560 nm (1,037 km) | 810 nm (1,500 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 14,110 lbs (6,400 kg) | 14,550 lbs (6,600 kg) |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | — |
Which Should You Buy: Dornier 228-212 or LET L-410 UVP-E20?
Bottom line: Choose either by support, maintenance status and configuration — both are box-fuselage STOL commuters. The Do 228 has a high-lift wing and special-mission pedigree (survey/maritime); the L-410 is the high-volume Eastern-Bloc commuter. Do 228 = high-lift/special-mission; L-410 = volume/commuter.
Pick the 228-212 if…
Pick the L-410 UVP-E20 if…
- Faster cruise — 219 kts vs 200 kts.
- Longer range — 810 nm vs 560 nm.
- More inventory — 5 listings vs 1.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.