AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs CJ-6

Overview

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang and the CJ-6 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Nanchang respectively.

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang reaches 904 km/h — 3.0x the CJ-6's 300 km/h. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has an operational range of 2,280 km vs 700 km for the CJ-6. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang operates at altitudes up to 14,650 m compared to 6,250 m for the CJ-6. At 7,940 kg MTOW, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang is 5.7x the CJ-6's 1,400 kg.

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in 62 units vs 3,000 for the CJ-6. Unit cost is $4M for the AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs $0.075M for the CJ-6. The CJ-6 first flew 22 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang (1958 vs 1980).

Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force.
AIDC AT-3 Tsu Chiang Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 16 September 1980
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 62 units
Average unit price $4 million
Chinese basic trainer aircraft, designed in the late 1950s, extensively utilized for military pilot training and civil aviation.
Nanchang CJ-6 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Nanchang
First flight 27 August 1958
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 3000 units
Average unit price $75K
Wing area 21.9 m²
Wingspan 10.5 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 904 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,280 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,650 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,940 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,856 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 794 kgf â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,250 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,095 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 213 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the CJ-6's 300 km/h, a difference of 604 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the CJ-6's 700 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the CJ-6's 6,250 meters (20,505 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the CJ-6's 1,400 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the CJ-6's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the CJ-6 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The CJ-6 entered service first in 1958, 26 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or CJ-6?
The CJ-6 has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.