Hawker 400 vs PC-24

Overview

The Hawker 400 and the PC-24 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Pilatus respectively.

Top speed is 860 km/h for the Hawker 400 vs 787 km/h for the PC-24. The Hawker 400 has an operational range of 4,000 km vs 3,700 km for the PC-24. The Hawker 400 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 13,716 m for the PC-24.

The Hawker 400 has been produced in 951 units vs 100 for the PC-24. Unit cost is $7.4M for the Hawker 400 vs $12M for the PC-24. The Hawker 400 first flew 37 years before the PC-24 (1978 vs 2015).

American business jet, renowned for its versatility, extensively used in various industries, including charter and private aviation.
Beechcraft Hawker 400 Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 29 August 1978
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 951 units
Average unit price $7.4 million
Swiss light business jet, operational since 2015, known for versatility across multiple deployments including charter services.
Pilatus PC-24 Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Pilatus
First flight 11 May 2015
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $12 million
Wing area 22.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.3 m β—‰
Height 4.2 m β—‰
Length 14.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 860 km/h β—‰
Operational range 4,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,303 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,559 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 658 kgf β—‰
Wing area 30.9 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 17.0 m β—‰
Height 5.3 m β—‰
Length 16.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 787 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,700 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,005 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,967 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 765 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 is faster with a maximum speed of 860 km/h compared to the PC-24's 787 km/h, a difference of 73 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the PC-24's 3,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Hawker 400's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,005 kg compared to the Hawker 400's 7,303 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 is longer at 16.8 meters compared to the Hawker 400's 14.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Hawker 400 at $7.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 entered service first in 1978, 40 years before the PC-24 which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 has been produced in greater numbers with 951 units compared to 100 units of the PC-24.