F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs Tornado
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo and the Tornado are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Panavia respectively. Top speed is 2,223 km/h for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs 2,420 km/h for the Tornado. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 3,148 km for the Tornado. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo operates at altitudes up to 16,764 m compared to 15,240 m for the Tornado. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the Tornado is 2.3x the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg. The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has been produced in 137 units vs 990 for the Tornado. Unit cost is $30M for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo vs $35M for the Tornado. The Tornado first flew 15 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo (1974 vs 1989).
| Taiwanese multirole fighter, operational since the 1990s, combat proven during cross-strait tensions with China. | |
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| Origin country | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AIDC |
| First flight | 28 May 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 137 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| European multirole combat aircraft, renowned for operational history in Gulf War and Balkans conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Panavia |
| First flight | 14 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 990 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2223 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,247 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,486 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,722 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 26.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,148 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,890 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,936 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado is faster with a maximum speed of 2,420 km/h compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 2,223 km/h, a difference of 197 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado has a longer range at 3,148 km compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the Tornado's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado entered service first in 1980, 14 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo or Tornado?
The Tornado has been produced in greater numbers with 990 units compared to 137 units of the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo.