G-120 vs T-6 Texan II

Overview

The G-120 and the T-6 Texan II are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Grob and Beechcraft respectively.

Top speed is 435 km/h for the G-120 vs 585 km/h for the T-6 Texan II. The G-120 has an operational range of 1,540 km vs 1,700 km for the T-6 Texan II. The T-6 Texan II operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 5,486 m for the G-120.

The G-120 has been produced in 215 units vs 850 for the T-6 Texan II. The T-6 Texan II first flew 7 years before the G-120 (1992 vs 1999).

German trainer aircraft, utilized worldwide for military pilot training, developed in the late 20th century.
Grob G-120 Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Grob
First flight 1 January 1999
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 215 units
Average unit price --
American turboprop trainer, widely deployed worldwide since the late 20th century for pilot instructing and light attack roles.
Beechcraft T-6 Texan II Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 23 December 1992
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 850 units
Average unit price $4.3 million
Wing area 13.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 10.2 m β—‰
Height 2.7 m β—‰
Length 8.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 435 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,540 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,486 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,490 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,080 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW β—‰
Wing area 16.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 10.2 m β—‰
Height 3.3 m β—‰
Length 10.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 585 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,700 km β—‰
Service ceiling 9,449 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,858 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,135 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 932 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II is faster with a maximum speed of 585 km/h compared to the G-120's 435 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the G-120's 1,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the G-120's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,858 kg compared to the G-120's 1,490 kg.
Which is larger, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the G-120's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The G-120 entered service first in 1999, 2 years before the T-6 Texan II which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-120 or T-6 Texan II?
The T-6 Texan II has been produced in greater numbers with 850 units compared to 215 units of the G-120.