G-120 vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
| German trainer aircraft, utilized worldwide for military pilot training, developed in the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grob |
| First flight | 1 January 1999 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 215 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 12 April 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 618 units |
| Average unit price | $1.5 million |
| Wing area | 13.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 16.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 412 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,060 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is faster with a maximum speed of 412 km/h compared to the G-120's 0 km/h, a difference of 412 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The G-120 has a longer range at 1,540 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher service ceiling at 10,060 meters (33,005 ft) compared to the G-120's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the G-120's 1,490 kg.
Which is larger, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is longer at 9.8 meters compared to the G-120's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer entered service first in 1978, 21 years before the G-120 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-120 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in greater numbers with 618 units compared to 215 units of the G-120.