G-120 vs HTT-40

Overview

The G-120 and the HTT-40 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Grob and HAL respectively.

Top speed is 435 km/h for the G-120 vs 450 km/h for the HTT-40. The G-120 has an operational range of 1,540 km vs 1,000 km for the HTT-40. The HTT-40 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,486 m for the G-120.

The G-120 has been produced in 215 units vs 2 for the HTT-40. The G-120 first flew 17 years before the HTT-40 (1999 vs 2016).

German trainer aircraft, utilized worldwide for military pilot training, developed in the late 20th century.
Grob G-120 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Grob
First flight 1 January 1999
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 215 units
Average unit price --
Indian basic trainer aircraft, introduced in 2016, used primarily for basic flight training within the Indian Air Force.
HAL HTT-40 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 1 June 2016
Year introduced 2023
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $12.1 million
Wing area 13.3 m²
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m
Length 8.1 m
Maximum speed 435 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,540 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,486 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,490 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,080 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 11.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 708 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the G-120's 435 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The G-120 has a longer range at 1,540 km compared to the HTT-40's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the G-120's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,800 kg compared to the G-120's 1,490 kg.
Which is larger, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The G-120 is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the HTT-40's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The G-120 entered service first in 1999, 24 years before the HTT-40 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-120 or HTT-40?
The G-120 has been produced in greater numbers with 215 units compared to 2 units of the HTT-40.