Beechcraft Baron vs M-346 Master
The Beechcraft Baron and the M-346 Master are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Aermacchi respectively. The M-346 Master reaches 1,092 km/h — 3.0x the Beechcraft Baron's 370 km/h. The Beechcraft Baron has an operational range of 1,745 km vs 1,925 km for the M-346 Master. The M-346 Master operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 6,005 m for the Beechcraft Baron. At 9,500 kg MTOW, the M-346 Master is 4.1x the Beechcraft Baron's 2,313 kg. The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in 6,884 units vs 92 for the M-346 Master. Unit cost is $1M for the Beechcraft Baron vs $40M for the M-346 Master. The Beechcraft Baron first flew 44 years before the M-346 Master (1960 vs 2004).
| American light, twin-engined piston aircraft, utilized globally for business, personal, and flight training purposes since the mid-20th century. | |
|
|
| 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 |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aermacchi |
| First flight | 15 July 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 92 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Wing area | 18.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,745 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,005 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,313 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,432 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 194 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 23.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1092 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,925 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,610 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,835 kgf ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 370 km/h, a difference of 722 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 1,745 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 6,005 meters (19,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 2,313 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 9.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the Beechcraft Baron at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The Beechcraft Baron entered service first in 1961, 54 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft Baron or M-346 Master?
The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in greater numbers with 6,884 units compared to 92 units of the M-346 Master.