CJ-6 vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
Overview
The CJ-6 and the PC-7 Turbo Trainer are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Nanchang and Pilatus respectively.
Top speed is 300 km/h for the CJ-6 vs 412 km/h for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The CJ-6 has an operational range of 700 km vs 1,200 km for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer operates at altitudes up to 10,060 m compared to 6,250 m for the CJ-6.
The CJ-6 has been produced in 3,000 units vs 618 for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. Unit cost is $0.075M for the CJ-6 vs $1.5M for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The CJ-6 first flew 8 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer (1958 vs 1966).
| Chinese basic trainer aircraft, designed in the late 1950s, extensively utilized for military pilot training and civil aviation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Nanchang |
| First flight | 27 August 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 3000 units |
| Average unit price | $75K |
| Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 12 April 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 618 units |
| Average unit price | $1.5 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,250 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,095 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 213 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 16.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 412 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,060 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is faster with a maximum speed of 412 km/h compared to the CJ-6's 300 km/h, a difference of 112 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the CJ-6's 700 km.
Which can fly higher, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher service ceiling at 10,060 meters (33,005 ft) compared to the CJ-6's 6,250 meters (20,505 ft).
Which is heavier, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the CJ-6's 1,400 kg.
Which is larger, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is longer at 9.8 meters compared to the CJ-6's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is more expensive at approximately $1.5 million per unit compared to the CJ-6 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The CJ-6 entered service first in 1958, 20 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CJ-6 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The CJ-6 has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 618 units of the PC-7 Turbo Trainer.