CM 170 Magister vs Hawk
| French jet trainer, predominantly used during the Cold War, notable for its operational deployment by various air forces worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fouga |
| First flight | 23 July 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 929 units |
| Average unit price | $0.8 million |
| British trainer jet, distinguished in Red Arrows aerobatic team, extensively operational since the 1970s worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 21 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| 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 440 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 16.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1028 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,520 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,340 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,635 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,420 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,028 km/h compared to the CM 170 Magister's 715 km/h, a difference of 313 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the CM 170 Magister's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the CM 170 Magister's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,340 kg compared to the CM 170 Magister's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk is longer at 11.8 meters compared to the CM 170 Magister's 10.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the CM 170 Magister at $0.8 million.
Which entered service first, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 20 years before the Hawk which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CM 170 Magister or Hawk?
The Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 929 units of the CM 170 Magister.