CM 170 Magister vs G-2 Galeb

Overview

The CM 170 Magister and the G-2 Galeb are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Fouga and SOKO respectively.

Top speed is 715 km/h for the CM 170 Magister vs 812 km/h for the G-2 Galeb. The CM 170 Magister has an operational range of 1,200 km vs 669 km for the G-2 Galeb. The G-2 Galeb operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 9,144 m for the CM 170 Magister.

The CM 170 Magister has been produced in 929 units vs 248 for the G-2 Galeb. Unit cost is $0.8M for the CM 170 Magister vs $0.18M for the G-2 Galeb. The CM 170 Magister first flew 9 years before the G-2 Galeb (1952 vs 1961).

French jet trainer, predominantly used during the Cold War, notable for its operational deployment by various air forces worldwide.
Fouga CM 170 Magister Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Fouga
First flight 23 July 1952
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 929 units
Average unit price $800K
Yugoslavian jet trainer and light-attack aircraft, historically deployed during the Yugoslav Wars and Libyan Civil War.
SOKO G-2 Galeb Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 31 July 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 248 units
Average unit price $180K
Wing area 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 10.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 715 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,540 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 220 kgf â—‰
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.6 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 10.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 812 km/h â—‰
Operational range 669 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,620 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The G-2 Galeb is faster with a maximum speed of 812 km/h compared to the CM 170 Magister's 715 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The CM 170 Magister has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the G-2 Galeb's 669 km.
Which can fly higher, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The G-2 Galeb has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the CM 170 Magister's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The G-2 Galeb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,300 kg compared to the CM 170 Magister's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The G-2 Galeb is longer at 10.3 meters compared to the CM 170 Magister's 10.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The CM 170 Magister is more expensive at approximately $0.8 million per unit compared to the G-2 Galeb at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 9 years before the G-2 Galeb which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CM 170 Magister or G-2 Galeb?
The CM 170 Magister has been produced in greater numbers with 929 units compared to 248 units of the G-2 Galeb.