Beechcraft Baron vs CM 170 Magister

The Beechcraft Baron and the CM 170 Magister are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Fouga respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the Beechcraft Baron vs 715 km/h for the CM 170 Magister. The Beechcraft Baron has an operational range of 1,745 km vs 1,200 km for the CM 170 Magister. The CM 170 Magister operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 6,005 m for the Beechcraft Baron. The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in 6,884 units vs 929 for the CM 170 Magister. Unit cost is $1M for the Beechcraft Baron vs $0.8M for the CM 170 Magister. The CM 170 Magister first flew 8 years before the Beechcraft Baron (1952 vs 1960).

American light, twin-engined piston aircraft, utilized globally for business, personal, and flight training purposes since the mid-20th century.
Beechcraft Beechcraft Baron Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 29 February 1960
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 6884 units
Average unit price $1 million
French jet trainer, predominantly used during the Cold War, notable for its operational deployment by various air forces worldwide.
Fouga CM 170 Magister Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Fouga
First flight 23 July 1952
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 929 units
Average unit price $0.8 million
Wing area 18.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 9.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,745 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,005 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,313 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,432 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 194 kW â—‰
Wing area 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 10.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 715 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,540 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 440 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The CM 170 Magister is faster with a maximum speed of 715 km/h compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 370 km/h, a difference of 345 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The Beechcraft Baron has a longer range at 1,745 km compared to the CM 170 Magister's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The CM 170 Magister has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 6,005 meters (19,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The CM 170 Magister has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,450 kg compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 2,313 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The CM 170 Magister is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 9.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The Beechcraft Baron is more expensive at approximately $1.0 million per unit compared to the CM 170 Magister at $0.8 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 5 years before the Beechcraft Baron which entered service in 1961.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft Baron or CM 170 Magister?
The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in greater numbers with 6,884 units compared to 929 units of the CM 170 Magister.