CM 170 Magister vs TS-11 Iskra
| 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 |
| Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | PZL |
| First flight | 5 February 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 424 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 17.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 720 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,840 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of TS-11 Iskra by Tupungato.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is faster with a maximum speed of 720 km/h compared to the CM 170 Magister's 715 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the CM 170 Magister's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the CM 170 Magister's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,840 kg compared to the CM 170 Magister's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the CM 170 Magister's 10.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 8 years before the TS-11 Iskra which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The CM 170 Magister has been produced in greater numbers with 929 units compared to 424 units of the TS-11 Iskra.