CM 170 Magister vs HJT-16 Kiran
Overview
The CM 170 Magister and the HJT-16 Kiran are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Fouga and HAL respectively.
Top speed is 715 km/h for the CM 170 Magister vs 695 km/h for the HJT-16 Kiran. The CM 170 Magister has an operational range of 1,200 km vs 615 km for the HJT-16 Kiran. The CM 170 Magister operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 9,144 m for the HJT-16 Kiran.
The CM 170 Magister has been produced in 929 units vs 190 for the HJT-16 Kiran. The CM 170 Magister first flew 12 years before the HJT-16 Kiran (1952 vs 1964).
| 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 | $800K |
| Indian jet trainer, primarily used by the Indian Air Force from the 1960s, notable for intermediate training roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 190 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 19.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 695 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 615 km â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CM 170 Magister is faster with a maximum speed of 715 km/h compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 695 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CM 170 Magister has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the CM 170 Magister's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,235 kg compared to the CM 170 Magister's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The HJT-16 Kiran is longer at 10.6 meters compared to the CM 170 Magister's 10.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 12 years before the HJT-16 Kiran which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CM 170 Magister or HJT-16 Kiran?
The CM 170 Magister has been produced in greater numbers with 929 units compared to 190 units of the HJT-16 Kiran.