FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs M-346 Master
Overview
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is a Combat Aircraft built by Korea Aerospace Industries, while the M-346 Master is a Military Training Aircraft by Aermacchi.
Top speed is 1,840 km/h for the FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs 1,092 km/h for the M-346 Master. The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has an operational range of 1,851 km vs 1,925 km for the M-346 Master. The FA-50 Fighting Eagle operates at altitudes up to 14,630 m compared to 13,716 m for the M-346 Master.
The M-346 Master first flew 7 years before the FA-50 Fighting Eagle (2004 vs 2011).
| South Korean single-engine supersonic light combat aircraft developed by Korea Aerospace Industries from the T-50 Golden Eagle trainer, equipped with an EL/M-2032 radar and used for light fighter and ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Korea Aerospace Industries |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aermacchi |
| First flight | 15 July 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 92 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Wing area | 23.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1840 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,851 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,630 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,722 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,470 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 79 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 23.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1092 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,925 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,610 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,418 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 1,840 km/h compared to the M-346 Master's 1,092 km/h, a difference of 748 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 1,851 km.
Which can fly higher, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 14,630 meters (47,998 ft) compared to the M-346 Master's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,722 kg compared to the M-346 Master's 9,500 kg.
Which is larger, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is longer at 13.1 meters compared to the M-346 Master's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or M-346 Master?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle entered service first in 2014, 1 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.