Hawk vs M-346 Master
| British trainer jet, distinguished in Red Arrows aerobatic team, extensively operational since the 1970s worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 21 August 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aermacchi |
| First flight | 15 July 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 92 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Wing area | 16.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1028 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,520 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,340 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,635 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,420 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 23.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1092 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,925 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,610 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,835 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the Hawk's 1,028 km/h, a difference of 64 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The Hawk has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the M-346 Master's 1,925 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the M-346 Master's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the Hawk's 8,340 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The Hawk is longer at 11.8 meters compared to the M-346 Master's 11.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the Hawk at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The Hawk entered service first in 1976, 39 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawk or M-346 Master?
The Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 92 units of the M-346 Master.