Fuji T-7 vs T-33 Shooting Star

Overview

The Fuji T-7 and the T-33 Shooting Star are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Fuji and Lockheed respectively.

At 6,832 kg MTOW, the T-33 Shooting Star is 4.3x the Fuji T-7's 1,585 kg.

The Fuji T-7 has been produced in 49 units vs 6,557 for the T-33 Shooting Star. The T-33 Shooting Star first flew 54 years before the Fuji T-7 (1948 vs 2002).

Japanese single-engined turboprop primary trainer aircraft, developed in the late 20th century and operated by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
Fuji Fuji T-7 Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Japan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Fuji
First flight 1 January 2002
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 49 units
Average unit price --
American subsonic jet trainer, developed in the late 1940s, extensively used for advanced pilot training and light combat operations worldwide.
Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 22 March 1948
Year introduced 1948
Number produced 6557 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 16.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 10.0 m β—‰
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 8.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 1,585 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 336 kW β—‰
Wing area 21.8 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.8 m β—‰
Height 3.6 m β—‰
Length 11.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 970 km/h
Operational range 2,052 km
Service ceiling 15,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,832 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,794 kg
Total thrust 1 x 2,086 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star is faster with a maximum speed of 970 km/h compared to the Fuji T-7's 0 km/h, a difference of 970 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a longer range at 2,052 km compared to the Fuji T-7's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Fuji T-7's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,832 kg compared to the Fuji T-7's 1,585 kg.
Which is larger, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the Fuji T-7's 8.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star entered service first in 1948, 55 years before the Fuji T-7 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fuji T-7 or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has been produced in greater numbers with 6,557 units compared to 49 units of the Fuji T-7.