AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs L-29 Delfin

Overview

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang and the L-29 Delfin are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Aero respectively.

Top speed is 904 km/h for the AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has an operational range of 2,280 km vs 894 km for the L-29 Delfin. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang operates at altitudes up to 14,650 m compared to 11,500 m for the L-29 Delfin. At 7,940 kg MTOW, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang is 2.2x the L-29 Delfin's 3,540 kg.

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in 62 units vs 3,665 for the L-29 Delfin. Unit cost is $4M for the AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs $0.2M for the L-29 Delfin. The L-29 Delfin first flew 21 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang (1959 vs 1980).

AT-3 Tsu Chiang

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
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L-29 Delfin

Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations.
Aero L-29 Delfin Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aero
First flight 5 April 1959
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 3665 units
Average unit price $200K
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AT-3 Tsu Chiang

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—‰

L-29 Delfin

Wing area 20.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.3 m â—‰
Height 3.1 m â—‰
Length 10.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 655 km/h â—‰
Operational range 894 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,540 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,280 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 890 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the L-29 Delfin's 655 km/h, a difference of 249 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the L-29 Delfin's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the L-29 Delfin's 3,540 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the L-29 Delfin's 10.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the L-29 Delfin at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 23 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 L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.

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