A-37 Dragonfly vs JL-8
| Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| Chinese jet trainer, developed in the late 20th century, regularly deployed for pilot training and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hongdu |
| First flight | 21 November 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wing area | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,586 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 17.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 800 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,330 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,687 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,633 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The A-37 Dragonfly is faster with a maximum speed of 816 km/h compared to the JL-8's 800 km/h, a difference of 16 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The JL-8 has a longer range at 2,250 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The JL-8 has a higher service ceiling at 13,600 meters (44,619 ft) compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 12,730 meters (41,765 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the JL-8's 4,330 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The JL-8 is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The JL-8 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the A-37 Dragonfly at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The A-37 Dragonfly entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the JL-8 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or JL-8?
The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in greater numbers with 577 units compared to 500 units of the JL-8.