AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs S-211

Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force.
Picture of AT-3 Tsu Chiang
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
Italian jet trainer, utilized from the 1980s, widely deployed for military roles like ground attack and reconnaissance.
Picture of S-211
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aermacchi
First flight 10 April 1981
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price $-- 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—‰
Profile drawing of AIDC AT-3 Tsu Chiang
Wing area 12.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 667 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,668 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,750 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,850 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,131 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Aermacchi S-211

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of AT-3 Tsu Chiang by 玄史生. Photo of S-211 by Philippine Fly Boy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the S-211's 667 km/h, a difference of 237 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the S-211's 1,668 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the S-211's 12,200 meters (40,026 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the S-211's 2,750 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the S-211's 9.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or S-211?
The S-211 entered service first in 1984, 0 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 S-211?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in greater numbers with 62 units compared to 60 units of the S-211.