AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs Hawk
| Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force. | |
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| 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 |
| British trainer jet, distinguished in Red Arrows aerobatic team, extensively operational since the 1970s worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 21 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| 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 1,588 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 16.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1028 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,520 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,340 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,635 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,420 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AT-3 Tsu Chiang by 玄史生.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,028 km/h compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang's 904 km/h, a difference of 124 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang's 2,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang's 14,650 meters (48,064 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,340 kg compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang's 7,940 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Hawk's 11.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or Hawk?
The Hawk entered service first in 1976, 8 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 Hawk?
The Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.