Jodel D11 vs Robin DR400
Jodel and the Robin DR400 share the cranked-wing wooden lineage (Robin productionised Jodel designs) — Jodel the lighter classic/homebuilt, the DR400 the refined factory four-seater.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 5
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 3
- Model years available
- 1957–1970
- For sale now
- 25
- Median asking
- $96,611
- Range
- $53,700–$195,472
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 13
- Source marketplaces
- 7
- Model years available
- 1972–2020
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Jodel D11 | Robin DR400 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 1 | 9 |
| Serious | 0 | 0 |
| Fatal | 0 | 6 |
| Fatalities | 0 | 16 |
| % Fatal | 0% | 67% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Jodel D11 | Robin DR400 |
|---|---|---|
|
Median $96,611
|
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| Price Range | $26,538 – $46,666 | $53,700 – $195,472 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Cruise Speed | 105 kts (194 km/h) | — |
| Range | 630 nm (1,167 km) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,323 lbs (600 kg) | — |
Which Should You Buy: Jodel D11 or Robin DR400?
Bottom line: Choose the Robin DR400 for a refined, factory-built four-seat tourer; choose a Jodel for a lighter, more affordable wooden classic (often homebuilt) with delightful handling. DR400 = refined/4-seat; Jodel = light/value/classic.
Pick the D11 if…
- Budget matters — from $26,538 vs $53,700, you save ~$27,162.
Pick the DR400 if…
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.