Hawker 800 vs SH-5
The Hawker 800 and the SH-5 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Hawker Beechcraft and Harbin respectively. Top speed is 830 km/h for the Hawker 800 vs 556 km/h for the SH-5. The Hawker 800 has an operational range of 5,232 km vs 4,756 km for the SH-5. The Hawker 800 operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 10,250 m for the SH-5. At 45,000 kg MTOW, the SH-5 is 3.5x the Hawker 800's 12,701 kg. The Hawker 800 has been produced in 650 units vs 7 for the SH-5. The SH-5 first flew 7 years before the Hawker 800 (1976 vs 1983).
| British mid-size twinjet corporate aircraft, known for its international charters and private operations since the mid-1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hawker Beechcraft |
| First flight | 26 June 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 650 units |
| Average unit price | $13.8 million |
| Chinese amphibious aircraft, notable for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare, used primarily in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 3 April 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 830 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,232 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,701 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,108 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,057 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 144.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 36.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 38.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,756 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,250 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 26,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 587 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The Hawker 800 is faster with a maximum speed of 830 km/h compared to the SH-5's 556 km/h, a difference of 274 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The Hawker 800 has a longer range at 5,232 km compared to the SH-5's 4,756 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The Hawker 800 has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the SH-5's 10,250 meters (33,628 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The SH-5 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the Hawker 800's 12,701 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The SH-5 is longer at 38.9 meters compared to the Hawker 800's 15.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The Hawker 800 entered service first in 1983, 3 years before the SH-5 which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawker 800 or SH-5?
The Hawker 800 has been produced in greater numbers with 650 units compared to 7 units of the SH-5.