Alarus CH2000 vs SF-260

Canadian light sports aircraft, produced in the 1990s, primarily employed for flight training and personal use.
Picture of Alarus CH2000
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AMD
First flight 1 January 1995
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 150 units
Average unit price $0.7 million
Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service.
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer SIAI-Marchetti
First flight 15 July 1964
Year introduced 1966
Number produced 900 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Wing area 12.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.8 m â—‰
Height 2.1 m â—‰
Length 7.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 265 km/h
Operational range 900 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 767 kg â—‰
Empty weight 492 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 87 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of AMD Alarus CH2000
Wing area 10.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height 2.4 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,650 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 770 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of SIAI-Marchetti SF-260

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The Alarus CH2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 265 km/h compared to the SF-260's 0 km/h, a difference of 265 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 has a longer range at 1,650 km compared to the Alarus CH2000's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Alarus CH2000's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,300 kg compared to the Alarus CH2000's 767 kg.
Which is larger, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 is longer at 7.1 meters compared to the Alarus CH2000's 7.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the Alarus CH2000 at $0.7 million.
Which entered service first, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 entered service first in 1966, 29 years before the Alarus CH2000 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 150 units of the Alarus CH2000.