Bulldog vs Z 43
| Scottish trainer aircraft, operational during the late twentieth century, extensively deployed in military and civilian flight training. | |
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| 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 | $0.1 million |
| Czech four-seat light aircraft, developed in the late 1960s, capable both as a trainer and a tourer. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 10 December 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 12.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 14.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 235 km/h |
| Operational range | 610 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z 43 by Rob Schleiffert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Z 43 is faster with a maximum speed of 235 km/h compared to the Bulldog's 0 km/h, a difference of 235 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Bulldog has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Z 43's 610 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Bulldog has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the Z 43's 3,800 meters (12,467 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Z 43 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,350 kg compared to the Bulldog's 1,066 kg.
Which is larger, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Z 43 is longer at 7.8 meters compared to the Bulldog's 7.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Bulldog is more expensive at approximately $0.1 million per unit compared to the Z 43 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Bulldog entered service first in 1971, 1 years before the Z 43 which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bulldog or Z 43?
The Bulldog has been produced in greater numbers with 328 units compared to 144 units of the Z 43.