CL-41 Tutor vs HJT-16 Kiran

Canadian training jet, known for service during the Cold War, extensively utilized by the Royal Canadian Air Force.
Picture of CL-41 Tutor
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Canadair
First flight 13 January 1960
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 212 units
Average unit price $-- million
Indian jet trainer, primarily used by the Indian Air Force from the 1960s, notable for intermediate training roles.
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 4 September 1964
Year introduced 1968
Number produced 190 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area 20.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.1 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 10.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 782 km/h
Operational range 1,519 km
Service ceiling 13,564 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,990 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,195 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,202 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Canadair CL-41 Tutor
Wing area 19.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.7 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 10.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,235 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,560 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of HAL HJT-16 Kiran

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of CL-41 Tutor by Royal Canadian Air Force.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor is faster with a maximum speed of 782 km/h compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km/h, a difference of 782 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor has a longer range at 1,519 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor has a higher service ceiling at 13,564 meters (44,501 ft) compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,990 kg compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 4,235 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The HJT-16 Kiran is longer at 10.6 meters compared to the CL-41 Tutor's 10.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor entered service first in 1963, 5 years before the HJT-16 Kiran which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-41 Tutor or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CL-41 Tutor has been produced in greater numbers with 212 units compared to 190 units of the HJT-16 Kiran.