Soko G-4 Super Galeb vs L-39 Albatros
| Yugoslav single-engine advanced jet trainer and light ground-attack aircraft, developed in the 1970s and utilized for both pilot training and close air support missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SOKO |
| First flight | 17 July 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 85 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wing area | 19.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 910 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,850 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,330 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,250 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,815 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The Soko G-4 Super Galeb is faster with a maximum speed of 910 km/h compared to the L-39 Albatros's 750 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The Soko G-4 Super Galeb has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The Soko G-4 Super Galeb has a higher service ceiling at 12,850 meters (42,158 ft) compared to the L-39 Albatros's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The Soko G-4 Super Galeb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,330 kg compared to the L-39 Albatros's 4,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The Soko G-4 Super Galeb is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the L-39 Albatros's 12.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 11 years before the Soko G-4 Super Galeb which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Soko G-4 Super Galeb or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 85 units of the Soko G-4 Super Galeb.