Bulldog vs Z 42

Overview

The Bulldog and the Z 42 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Scottish Aviation and Zlin respectively.

Top speed is 241 km/h for the Bulldog vs 230 km/h for the Z 42. The Bulldog has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 530 km for the Z 42. The Z 42 operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,877 m for the Bulldog.

The Bulldog has been produced in 328 units vs 57 for the Z 42. The Z 42 first flew 2 years before the Bulldog (1967 vs 1969).

Scottish trainer aircraft, operational during the late twentieth century, extensively deployed in military and civilian flight training.
Scottish Aviation Bulldog Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Scottish Aviation
First flight 19 May 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 328 units
Average unit price $140K
Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide.
Zlin Z 42 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Zlin
First flight 17 October 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 57 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 12.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 241 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,877 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,066 kg â—‰
Empty weight 649 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW â—‰
Wing area 13.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.1 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 230 km/h â—‰
Operational range 530 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 920 kg â—‰
Empty weight 600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 134 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog is faster with a maximum speed of 241 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 11 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Bulldog's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,066 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog is longer at 7.1 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 1 years before the Bulldog which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has been produced in greater numbers with 328 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.