Alarus CH2000 vs SF-260
Overview
The Alarus CH2000 and the SF-260 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by AMD and SIAI-Marchetti respectively.
Top speed is 265 km/h for the Alarus CH2000 vs 333 km/h for the SF-260. The Alarus CH2000 has an operational range of 900 km vs 1,650 km for the SF-260. The SF-260 operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,810 m for the Alarus CH2000.
The Alarus CH2000 has been produced in 150 units vs 900 for the SF-260. Unit cost is $0.725M for the Alarus CH2000 vs $1.33M for the SF-260. The SF-260 first flew 31 years before the Alarus CH2000 (1964 vs 1995).
| Canadian light sports aircraft, produced in the 1990s, primarily employed for flight training and personal use. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AMD |
| First flight | 1 January 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 150 units |
| Average unit price | $725K |
| Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service. | |
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| 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 â—‰ |
| Operational range | 900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,810 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 767 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 492 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 87 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 10.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 333 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,650 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 770 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Alarus CH2000 or SF-260?
The SF-260 is faster with a maximum speed of 333 km/h compared to the Alarus CH2000's 265 km/h, a difference of 68 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 3,810 meters (12,500 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.