Hawk vs PC-21
| 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 |
| Swiss trainer aircraft, known for deployments in military aviation schools around the world since the early 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 1 July 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 211 units |
| Average unit price | $9 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 | 15.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 685 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,333 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,580 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,250 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,270 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,193 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,028 km/h compared to the PC-21's 685 km/h, a difference of 343 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk has a longer range at 2,520 km compared to the PC-21's 1,333 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the PC-21's 11,580 meters (37,992 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,340 kg compared to the PC-21's 4,250 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk is longer at 11.8 meters compared to the PC-21's 11.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the PC-21 at $9.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk entered service first in 1976, 32 years before the PC-21 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawk or PC-21?
The Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 211 units of the PC-21.